Codiaeum variegatum (Croton) - Image 46

Botanical name: Codiaeum variegatum

Common name: Croton

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Origin: Malaysia and the Pacific Islands

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryOrnamental foliageFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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Codiaeum variegatum (Croton) white flower close up on multicolored leaves of the tropical plant
Codiaeum variegatum (Croton) blooming with spiky white flower clusters emerging from thick multicolored waxy leaves
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