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Croton
الكروتن · Codiaeum variegatum
A plant with shiny leathery leaves in fiery yellow, red and green.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | الكروتن |
|---|---|
| English name | Croton |
| Scientific name | Codiaeum variegatum |
| Family | Spurge family (Euphorbiaceae) |
| Plant type | Indoor plant |
| Height | 60 to 150 cm |
| Water use | Medium |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
March to May
Harvest
Not harvested
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A shrub with leaves of many shapes, with colorful veins and spots.
Where it grows
Kept inside homes and offices in all regions.
Soil
A light, well-drained potting mix.
Water and irrigation
Regular watering.
Climate and light
Needs bright light to keep its colors.
Propagation
From cuttings.
Benefits and uses
- Amazing colors
- Can grow outdoors in warm areas
Drawbacks
- Its sap is poisonous and irritating
- Drops leaves when moved
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources:
- Plants of the World Online (POWO) - Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew: Codiaeum variegatum
- Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF): Codiaeum variegatum
- Wikipedia: Codiaeum variegatum
- Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) - Plant finder
- ASPCA - Toxic and non-toxic plants list
- Photo source: Wikimedia Commons (free license)