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Codiaeum (Codiaeum)
Codiaeum are a group of shrubs known for their leathery leaves that come in various colors such as green, yellow, white, orange, pink, red, and purple. Some varieties have multicolored leaves. It should be no surprise that these beautiful shrubs are often cultivated as houseplants.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Key Facts About Codiaeum
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Attributes of Codiaeum
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 41 ℃
Scientific Classification of Codiaeum
Distribution of Codiaeum
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Distribution Map of Codiaeum
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Codiaeum
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The codiaeum genus are well-known for their vibrant foliage. They prefer bright, indirect light and keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged, and prefer temperatures between 60-80°F. They flourish in well-draining, peat-rich soil. Common challenges include spider mites, scale, and leaf spot. Seasonal considerations indicate less watering in winter and an increase during growth periods in spring and summer. Protect them from cold drafts and excessive sunlight to ensure vibrant leaf color.
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Garden croton
The garden croton is a showy tropical display that does well indoors or in warm climates. Known for its attractive foliage, this plant can have both color and structural variations in its leaves. Leaf colors can include orange, yellow, scarlet, white, and green, and many times all are present on one plant.
Garden croton 'Mammi'
Popular and widely recognized as a landscape plant, the garden croton 'Mammi' is a croton cultivar with pleasantly multi-colored leaves. Yellow, orange and red markings all show brilliantly against the dark green, glossy leaves.
Croton 'Magnificent'
Croton 'Magnificent' is cultivated from the Codiaeum genus and is easily distinguishable by its large showy lime-colored leaves which gradually turn maroon. This splendid coloring is what gives the cultivar its name. Its attractive foliage makes it popular in gardens or as a houseplant. This new cultivar is semi-hardy.
Banana croton
Since it is named after a famous fruit, you would expect banana croton (*Codiaeum variegatum 'Banana'* 'Banana') to be yellow in some form, and its bright yellow and green leaves do not disappoint. This hybrid's leaves contrast with those of its parents, which also feature reds and purples. This is a popular specimen plant that adds excellent year-round color to sheltered positions in warm climates, or as a houseplant.
Gold dust
Gold dust(Codiaeum variegatum 'Aureo Maculatum') has a name that is Latin for gold-stained and that's an excellent description of this plant's bright green and yellow leaves. In contrast, the parent plant's leaves feature red and purple colors. This plant grows densely and makes a great hedge in tropical climates, but it hates the cold and so is grown as a houseplant in cooler places.
Mamey croton
The mamey croton is an easy to distinguish cultivar. Sporting the fiery red and yellow coloration that graces most Crotons, this variety stands out with its smaller overall stature and its twisting, almost corkscrewing leaves. Very popular as a houseplant, the mamey croton's small size means it can fit in and thrive where other houseplants may not be able to.
Croton 'Revolutions'
A unique and unusual garden croton cultivar sport from *Codiaeum variegatum 'Revolutions'* 'Ram's Horn', croton 'Revolutions' is distinguished by its extremely curly, revolving leaves that overlap and create a stunning sight. Like writhing snakes, the base color of the leaves is green while the variegations come in various shades of yellow.
Croton 'Norma'
Croton 'Norma' is a Croton cultivar that is quite subdued compared to its relatives. Instead of boasting showy foliage, its leaves are a normal green color with only yellow or red venation giving the plant some interest. This plant also tends to be on the larger side for a Croton, with broader leaves too. Due to its striking appearance, croton 'Norma' is very popular in houses, offices, and gardens.
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Garden croton
Garden croton
The garden croton is a showy tropical display that does well indoors or in warm climates. Known for its attractive foliage, this plant can have both color and structural variations in its leaves. Leaf colors can include orange, yellow, scarlet, white, and green, and many times all are present on one plant.
Garden croton 'Mammi'
Garden croton 'Mammi'
Popular and widely recognized as a landscape plant, the garden croton 'Mammi' is a croton cultivar with pleasantly multi-colored leaves. Yellow, orange and red markings all show brilliantly against the dark green, glossy leaves.
Croton 'Magnificent'
Croton 'Magnificent'
Croton 'Magnificent' is cultivated from the Codiaeum genus and is easily distinguishable by its large showy lime-colored leaves which gradually turn maroon. This splendid coloring is what gives the cultivar its name. Its attractive foliage makes it popular in gardens or as a houseplant. This new cultivar is semi-hardy.
Banana croton
Banana croton
Since it is named after a famous fruit, you would expect banana croton (*Codiaeum variegatum 'Banana'* 'Banana') to be yellow in some form, and its bright yellow and green leaves do not disappoint. This hybrid's leaves contrast with those of its parents, which also feature reds and purples. This is a popular specimen plant that adds excellent year-round color to sheltered positions in warm climates, or as a houseplant.
Gold dust
Gold dust
Gold dust(Codiaeum variegatum 'Aureo Maculatum') has a name that is Latin for gold-stained and that's an excellent description of this plant's bright green and yellow leaves. In contrast, the parent plant's leaves feature red and purple colors. This plant grows densely and makes a great hedge in tropical climates, but it hates the cold and so is grown as a houseplant in cooler places.
Mamey croton
Mamey croton
The mamey croton is an easy to distinguish cultivar. Sporting the fiery red and yellow coloration that graces most Crotons, this variety stands out with its smaller overall stature and its twisting, almost corkscrewing leaves. Very popular as a houseplant, the mamey croton's small size means it can fit in and thrive where other houseplants may not be able to.
Croton 'Revolutions'
Croton 'Revolutions'
A unique and unusual garden croton cultivar sport from *Codiaeum variegatum 'Revolutions'* 'Ram's Horn', croton 'Revolutions' is distinguished by its extremely curly, revolving leaves that overlap and create a stunning sight. Like writhing snakes, the base color of the leaves is green while the variegations come in various shades of yellow.
Croton 'Norma'
Croton 'Norma'
Croton 'Norma' is a Croton cultivar that is quite subdued compared to its relatives. Instead of boasting showy foliage, its leaves are a normal green color with only yellow or red venation giving the plant some interest. This plant also tends to be on the larger side for a Croton, with broader leaves too. Due to its striking appearance, croton 'Norma' is very popular in houses, offices, and gardens.
Garden croton 'Excellent'
Garden croton 'Excellent'
Garden croton 'Excellent' is so-named because it is an "excellent" hybrid of Garden Croton bred for its red and green leaves, a contrast from the parent plant which has markedly less red color in the leaves. This is a popular tropical outdoor plant or interior houseplant in temperate climates.
Croton Petra
Croton Petra
Though not as colorful as other cultivars, croton Petra still boasts nice colors and patterns that make the plant quite striking. The leaves are typically dark green with red, yellow, or orange mottling or venation to add interest. Though croton Petra is slightly tricker to care for than its relatives, it is still one of the most popular Croton cultivars available.
Garden croton 'Excellent'
Garden croton 'Excellent'
Garden croton 'Excellent' belongs to the so-called Cluster IV of croton cultivars. All cultivars of this cluster, including the garden croton 'Excellent', have large leaves, with a blade greater than 15 cm, and are multi-colored and variegated. Garden croton 'Excellent' was bred in the 1970s by the Azienda Floreale Diem Nursery in Italy.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Codiaeum
Codiaeum
Codiaeum are a group of shrubs known for their leathery leaves that come in various colors such as green, yellow, white, orange, pink, red, and purple. Some varieties have multicolored leaves. It should be no surprise that these beautiful shrubs are often cultivated as houseplants.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Key Facts About Codiaeum
Feedback
Attributes of Codiaeum
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 41 ℃
Scientific Classification of Codiaeum
Distribution of Codiaeum
Feedback
Distribution Map of Codiaeum
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Codiaeum
Feedback
The codiaeum genus are well-known for their vibrant foliage. They prefer bright, indirect light and keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged, and prefer temperatures between 60-80°F. They flourish in well-draining, peat-rich soil. Common challenges include spider mites, scale, and leaf spot. Seasonal considerations indicate less watering in winter and an increase during growth periods in spring and summer. Protect them from cold drafts and excessive sunlight to ensure vibrant leaf color.
How to Water Codiaeum?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Codiaeum?
How to Propagate Codiaeum?
How to Plant Codiaeum?
Exploring the Codiaeum Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Garden croton
The garden croton is a showy tropical display that does well indoors or in warm climates. Known for its attractive foliage, this plant can have both color and structural variations in its leaves. Leaf colors can include orange, yellow, scarlet, white, and green, and many times all are present on one plant.
Garden croton 'Mammi'
Popular and widely recognized as a landscape plant, the garden croton 'Mammi' is a croton cultivar with pleasantly multi-colored leaves. Yellow, orange and red markings all show brilliantly against the dark green, glossy leaves.
Croton 'Magnificent'
Croton 'Magnificent' is cultivated from the Codiaeum genus and is easily distinguishable by its large showy lime-colored leaves which gradually turn maroon. This splendid coloring is what gives the cultivar its name. Its attractive foliage makes it popular in gardens or as a houseplant. This new cultivar is semi-hardy.
Banana croton
Since it is named after a famous fruit, you would expect banana croton (*Codiaeum variegatum 'Banana'* 'Banana') to be yellow in some form, and its bright yellow and green leaves do not disappoint. This hybrid's leaves contrast with those of its parents, which also feature reds and purples. This is a popular specimen plant that adds excellent year-round color to sheltered positions in warm climates, or as a houseplant.
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All Species of Codiaeum
More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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