A flamboyant tropical Asian shrub whose leaves splash with red, orange, yellow, and green, grown outdoors in the tropics and as a vivid houseplant elsewhere.
Description
Croton leaves come in many shapes from narrow ribbons to broad oval blades, all heavily veined or splashed in fiery yellow, orange, pink, red, or purple. Sap is milky and irritating.
Cultivation
Crotons demand bright light, warm temperatures, and steady humidity. Sudden drafts, cold, or moves cause heavy leaf drop. They are common landscape shrubs in tropical climates.
Uses
Beyond landscape and pot culture, croton foliage is sometimes used in cut arrangements. It is toxic to pets if eaten and the sap can stain clothes and skin.
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