Plant profile
Croton
Codiaeum variegatum
Colorful foliage in reds, yellows, and greens. Bright light brings out colors.
Care snapshot
Light
Bright indirect light
Water
Every 3-4 days
Difficulty
Medium
Growth
Medium
Space
Medium space, up to 300 cm
Typical cost
₹150-350
Why it works
Good fit notes
Vibrant colorful leaves
Care tip: Bright light for best colors, keep moist
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Best for
Household fit
Safe enough for this home?
Milky latex/sap and plant parts are irritant/toxic; keep away from pets and children who chew plants.
Wear gloves when pruning; wash sap from skin immediately and avoid eye contact.
Placement
Where it works best
India climate
What to watch
Buying check
Before you bring it home
Look for
- Choose bright, well-coloured leaves and firm stems.
- Prefer plants already grown in outdoor filtered sun for balcony use.
Avoid
- Leaf drop at the base
- Soft black stem base
- Mealybugs under leaves
Plant personality
Useful traits
Croton leaf colour is strongest in bright light.
It belongs to Euphorbiaceae and can exude irritating milky sap.
Sudden movement from nursery shade to harsh sun can trigger leaf drop.
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