Codiaeum Variegatum var. Pictum

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Origin

Southern Asia

Description

C. variegatum var. pictum is an upright, evergreen shrub with thick, leathery, often deeply-lobed leaves. These are rich green, heavily veined with yellow when young and developing variable red flushing with age. Sprays of small, white, star-shaped flowers may appear in summer

Environment

Crotons grow best in well-drained soil and in full sun to partial shade. Too much sun will bleach the color out of the leaves and too little will cause the leaves to be more green.

Place your croton where it will receive six to eight hours of bright, unfiltered sunlight each day. Provide shade from direct summer sun during the hottest part of the day.

Keep leaves dust-free and shiny by wiping them with a damp cloth. Dry air and soil will cause croton leaves to fall off.

Landscape Use

Container, Cutflower, Foundation, Hedges, Houseplant, Mixed Border, Screening / Wind Break