Codiaeum
The Codiaeum, better known as the Croton, is a striking houseplant with colourful leaves. Ranging from yellow and green to deep red and orange, this plant instantly brings life and warmth to your home. The Codiaeum, better known as the Croton, is a striking houseplant ...
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Colourful Codiaeum plants for your home
The Codiaeum, better known as the Croton, is a striking houseplant with colourful leaves. From yellow and green to deep red and orange, this plant brings instant life and warmth to your home. The Codiaeum originally comes from South East Asia, where it grows in warm, tropical regions. Thanks to its unique leaf markings, the Croton is a real eye-catcher in any room.
How do you choose the perfect Codiaeum?
When you're choosing a Croton, it's worth paying attention to the colour and firmness of the leaves. Healthy leaves are glossy, firm and intense in colour. Check that the plant is nice and full too, with no bare patches.
It's also worth thinking about size. The Codiaeum can grow into a sizeable houseplant, so it needs enough space to show itself off properly.
Is the Codiaeum toxic?
Yes, the Codiaeum is mildly toxic. The sap can irritate the skin on contact and is harmful if swallowed. Give this plant a spot out of reach of children and pets.
Is the Codiaeum air-purifying?
Like many houseplants, the Croton contributes to a healthier living environment. That said, the plant is known above all for its decorative value rather than for any specific air-purifying properties.
Can the Codiaeum cope with the cold?
The Croton is a real warmth lover and doesn't cope well with cold or draughts. Keep the temperature in your home stable and don't let it drop below 15°C.
Caring for the Codiaeum
The Codiaeum asks for a little more attention than the average houseplant, but with the right care it stays gorgeous:
- Watering: keep the soil lightly moist. Don't let it dry out completely, but don't leave the roots standing in wet soil either.
- Light: give the Croton a bright spot with plenty of indirect sunlight. The more light, the more intense the leaf colours.
- Humidity: this plant likes higher humidity. Mist the leaves regularly to keep them looking their best.
- Pruning and propagating: Prune the plant to keep it in shape. You can propagate it from cuttings, but that takes a bit of patience and the right conditions, such as warmth and high humidity.
Buy your Codiaeum at Green Bubble
At Green Bubble you'll find colourful, healthy Codiaeums, straight from the grower. Whether you go for a compact plant or a larger eye-catcher, there's always a Croton to suit your home.
Order your Codiaeum easily online and we'll make sure it reaches your door safely and carefully packed.
