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Codiaeum variegatum (Croton)

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description Codiaeum variegatum (Croton) Overview

Codiaeum variegatum (Croton) is a tropical Asian shrub native to Malaysia and the Pacific Islands, cultivated extensively as an ornamental for its boldly patterned leaves in shades of green, yellow, red, and orange.

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Why is my croton losing its colorful leaves?

Codiaeum variegatum commonly drops leaves after abrupt changes in light, temperature, or location. Cold drafts and temperatures below roughly 60°F, or 16°C, can be particularly stressful for this tropical shrub.

How much light does a croton need to keep its red and yellow colors?

Crotons need bright light to maintain their strongest red, orange, and yellow pigmentation. In dim indoor conditions, new leaves often emerge greener and less boldly patterned.

Is Codiaeum variegatum poisonous to pets?

Croton sap can irritate the skin and digestive tract, so the plant should be kept away from pets and small children. Chewing the leaves may cause drooling, vomiting, or gastrointestinal discomfort.

Are garden crotons related to the plants botanists call Croton?

The ornamental garden croton is Codiaeum variegatum, not a species in the separate genus Croton. Both belong to the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, which helps explain the confusing shared common name.

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