Mystery Multicolored Leaf Plant: Likely a Croton

Mystery Multicolored Leaf Plant: Likely a Croton

A reader has a plant with large, thick, glossy, oval leaves (4–8″ long) in yellow, peach, dark pink on a dark green background. Tiny point on tips.

Identification

Almost certainly a Croton (Codiaeum variegatum). Do a Google image search for “Croton” to confirm.

Once Confirmed, Care Is:

• Bright light (1–4 feet from sunny window).
• Keep soil evenly moist—never bone dry, never soggy.
• High humidity (mist or pebble tray).
• Warm temps (up to 80°F).
• Toxic to pets and children.

Crotons are medium-high maintenance but stunning.