Codiaeum | |
Croton |
Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Dry |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 13 |
Leaves: | Glaucous Deciduous Fragrant Variegated |
Flowers: | Showy |
Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree Espalier |
Uses: | Suitable for miniature gardens |
Wildlife Attractant: | Other Beneficial Insects |
Resistances: | Powdery Mildew Salt tolerant |
Toxicity: | Leaves are poisonous: eSesd Fruit is poisonous |
Propagation: Other methods: | Corms Other |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
Conservation status: | Endangered (EN) |
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