Codiaeum variegatum var. pictum - Croton/ Variegated Laurel
Habit and Cultural Information
Category : Shrub
Family : Euphorbiaceae (Spurges
Origin : Indonesia (Asia)
Flower Color : Mixed
Bloomtime : Year-round
Evergreen : Yes
Height : 4-6 feet
Width : 3-5 feet
Exposure : Light Shade/Part Sun
Irrigation Req. : Medium Water Needs
Leaflets are spiral, lobular, or oblong. Their veins are either red or yellow. Some subspecies in Hawaii are purple. As a tropical specimen, it is best to create shelter in the colder periods in Southern California. An excellent specimen to pot or use for interior decor. Lighted areas are best suited for optimal growth.