Irrigation Requirement

Jatropha plant survives well in draughts and areas with little irrigation or no irrigation, though, the output will get affected. For best results, Jatropha should be irrigated once every two weeks. Drop Irrigation system best suits Jatropha plantations.

When Jatropha is newly planted, irrigating every 3rd day is a must for about 3 months. After that, the above system can be used.