Croton (Codiaeum variegatum) is a perennial evergreen shrub in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and the islands of the western Pacific Ocean. Croton is famous for its brightly colored, variegated leaves, which can be red, yellow, orange, pink, green, or multicolored.
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| Croton (Codiaeum variegatum) is a perennial evergreen shrub. |
Botanical description:
Family:
Euphorbiaceae.
Homeland:
Southeast Asia, islands of the western Pacific Ocean.
Appearance:
Evergreen shrub, leaves of various shapes and colors.


