Croton

Codiaeum variegatum

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How to care

Codiaeum variegatum, commonly known as croton, is a vibrant houseplant known for its colorful foliage. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires consistent moisture to maintain its lush appearance. Crotons prefer warm temperatures and high humidity, making them ideal for indoor environments with stable conditions.

Light Preference

Part Shade
Full Sun

Propagation

Cutting
Layering

Life Cycle

Perennial

Lives for more than two years.

Leaves

Evergreen
Unusual Foliage Color
Variegated

Flowers

Inconspicuous
Cream
White
Yellow

Toxic to

Whole plantHumansModerate · Ingestion
Whole plantHumansMild · Skin contact

Informational only — not veterinary or medical advice. Missing data does not mean a plant is safe.

Other names

Fire croton
Garden croton
Gold dust croton
Variegated croto

Taxonomy

Order: Malpighiales
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Genus: Codiaeum