Croton Leaf Shape: | Recurved leaf |
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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