Data specific to Crotons (Edit)
Croton Leaf Shape: Recurved leaf

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Plant Height: 2-3 feet
Plant Spread: 3-4 feet
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Evergreen
Variegated
Flowers: Showy
Inconspicuous
Flower Color: White
Yellow
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Spring
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Uses: Windbreak or Hedge
Wildlife Attractant: Butterflies
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Drought tolerant
Toxicity: Leaves are poisonous
Roots are poisonous
Fruit is poisonous
Other: Seeds
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Layering
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Miscellaneous: Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP18,957
Parentage: Sport of: Ram's Horn

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Common names
  • Croton

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Location: Lincoln NE zone 5
Date: 2015-10-17
This plant is about 19" tall. It was overwintered inside lst wint
Location: Tampa FL
Location: Lincoln NE zone 5
Date: 2015-10-17
The dark green leaves have irregular dots and splashes of yellow
Location: Tellys Greenhouse, Troy, MI
Date: 2009-01-31
Location: Tellys Greenhouse, Troy, MI
Date: 2009-01-31
Location: Tellys Greenhouse, Troy, MI
Date: 2009-01-31

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