Croton Codiaeum Variegatum Pictum (Petra Croton)

Croton is an extensively diverse family of colorful plants, its species ranges from herbs, shrubs to trees. Codiaeum variegatum refers to garden crotons which are commonly found in tropical countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia and the western Pacific Ocean region.

Croton can be planted both indoors and outdoors. However, they prefer low light indoor conditions. Crotons do well in human livable temperature, typically found at home and most of tropical climate areas. Crotons have many amazing uses, besides being a food source, Croton nuts are also good source of oil, making them economically sought after. These plants also have great medicinal values. They have been known to aid in the treatment of diarrhoea, fever and colds and even skin problems.

Plant Details :

• Plant Type- Ornamental Plants
• Plant Name- Croton Codiaeum Variegatum Pictum
• Bloom Time - Summer
• Flower Color- Cream
• Common Name- Croton, Zanzibar Croton, Variegatum Pictum (Petra Croton)
• Plant Height-  7 inches

• Keep plants in medium light locations, out of direct sunlight.
• Natural light is best, but some plants can also thrive in office fluorescent light.
• Plant soil should be kept moist at all time.
• Be careful to avoid overwatering.
• Do not allow plants to stand in water.
• Avoid wetting plant leaves excessively.
• Remove waste leaves and stems from time to time.