Croton Codiaeum variegatum (single plant)

Description

In India, we can sell this Croton Codiaeum variegatum (single plant) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal

The Croton plant (Codiaeum variegatum) is a vibrant, tropical evergreen shrub known for its bold, multicolored foliage. Native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, it is a popular ornamental houseplant and landscape shrub, prized for its striking color variations in shades of green, yellow, red, orange, and purple.

Plant Details:

• Family: Euphorbiaceae
• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright evergreen shrub
• Size: 60 cm – 3 m (2–10 feet) tall (depending on variety and care)
• Leaves: Leathery, glossy, and variegated in shades of green, yellow, orange, red, and purple; can be oval, narrow, lobed, or curly depending on the cultivar
• Flowers: Small, inconspicuous white/yellow flowers (grown mostly for foliage)
• Blooming Season: Rarely flowers indoors; blooms in warm, tropical climates

Care & Growing Conditions:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun (more sunlight enhances color vibrancy)
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy; allow the top inch to dry out between waterings
• Soil: Well-draining, rich, peat-based or loamy soil
• Temperature: Thrives in warm temperatures (18–30°C / 65–85°F); avoid temperatures below 10°C (50°F)
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity (50% or higher); misting or a pebble tray can help in dry environments
• Fertilization: Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season
• Pruning: Trim leggy stems to maintain a bushy, compact shape
• Propagation: Grown from stem cuttings (best in warm, humid conditions)

Special Features & Uses:

• Air-purifying plant that removes toxins from indoor air
• Low-maintenance once established
• Excellent for indoor decoration, landscapes, and container gardening
• Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested—keep away from pets and small children