Light
Bright light
AtHomeGrower Plant Facts
Croton
Codiaeum variegatum
A bold houseplant grown for brightly colored leaves. It adds strong color indoors, but it is not suitable for pet-friendly areas.
Soil mixture
Rich, well-draining potting mix
Soil moisture
Keep lightly moist
Safety
Keep away from pets and children. Wash hands after pruning and confirm toxicity details before placing it in a home with animals.
Pruning
Remove yellow or damaged leaves with clean snips and avoid letting sap touch skin if the plant is irritating.
Air-purifying category
Croton is included in the AtHomeGrower air-purifying category as an indoor air-quality friendly plant. Use it as a living décor and humidity/foliage choice, not as a replacement for ventilation, filtration, or safe cleaning practices.
Plant Diagnoser notes
Watch for yellowing leaves, brown tips, weak growth, pest residue, and soil that stays wet too long. Match symptoms against watering, light, soil drainage, airflow, and pest pressure.
Fill My Space tags
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