Codiaeum Croton《變葉木》

🌿 Why You’ll Love It:

• Brilliantly colored foliage that evolves with age and light

• Adds instant visual impact to any space

• Perfect for bright corners, porches, or tropical gardens

• Can be grown indoors or outdoors in warm climates

• Unique leaf shapes—from narrow and twisted to broad and lobed

🌈 Codiaeum (Croton) – Care Tips

Codiaeum variegatum, commonly known as Croton, is a dazzling houseplant prized for its vibrant, multicolored foliage—ranging from yellow, red, orange, pink, purple to deep green. Its bold colors and dramatic leaf shapes add instant flair to any space. While slightly finicky, Crotons reward proper care with stunning visual impact.

☀️ Light

• Needs bright, indirect to direct sunlight for best color

• Too little light = dull leaves

• Outdoors: filtered light or partial sun; indoors: near a bright window

💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist (not soggy)

• Water when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil is dry

• Crotons hate drying out completely and may drop leaves

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Loves warmth: 18–28°C (65–82°F)

• Needs high humidity to thrive—mist regularly or use a humidifier

• Avoid cold drafts and temps below 15°C (59°F)

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use well-draining soil, rich in organic matter

• Ensure pot has drainage holes

• Repot every 1–2 years, especially if rootbound

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed monthly during spring and summer

• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted

• No need to fertilize in winter

✂️ Maintenance & Propagation

• Wipe leaves occasionally to keep them clean

• Trim for shape or to remove leggy stems

• Propagate from stem cuttings in warm, humid conditions

⚠️ Toxicity

• Toxic to pets and humans if ingested ⚠️

  Sap can also irritate the skin—handle with care

Add Codiaeum (Croton) to your plant collection for a bold splash of living color—each leaf a canvas of tropical expression.