Botanical name
Codiaeum variegatum
Other names
Croton, Josephs coat
Genus
Codiaeum
Species
C. variegatum – C. variegatum is a tender evergreen perennial with large glossy ovate leaves that have red, orange, yellow and green markings.
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Upright
Toxicity
Sap may cause skin irritation
Foliage
Dark-green, Yellow, Red, Orange in All seasons
HOW TO CARE
Watch out for
Specific pests
Mealybugs , Scale insects
Diseases
Generally disease-free.
General care
Propagation
Propagate by air layering
Propagation methods
Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings
Codiaeum variegatum (Croton) will reach a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1m after 5-10 years.
Suggested uses
Conservatory, Indoor
Cultivation
Place in bright filtered light in a draught-free position indoors with a constant temperature of between 16 and 29 deg C. Water weekly in summer and when compost is dry in winter. Apply a weak liquid feed monthly and mist leaves with water.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, West
Exposure
Sheltered
