Multicolor Croton
The Multicolor Croton is a stunning indoor plant known for its vibrant, glossy leaves in shades of green, red, yellow, orange, and sometimes white. Each leaf looks like a painted masterpiece, adding a splash of tropical color to your home. Croton is a symbol of cheerfulness and positivity. It thrives with proper care, prefers bright light, and needs moderate watering. It's a perfect pick for adding bold character to any room.
Codiaeum variegatum
๐ PLANT SIZE
- ๐ฑ Height: 35 cm / 13.7 in
- โ๏ธ Length & Width: 15 cm x 10 cm / 5.9 in x 3.9 in
- ๐ท๏ธ Category: Indoor Plant
โ๏ธ Sunlight (India) : ๐ก Prefers bright, indirect light , ๐ค๏ธ Can tolerate some direct morning sun , ๐
Needs at least 4โ6 hours of filtered light for best color , โ Avoid harsh afternoon sunlight (may scorch leaves)
๐ง Watering (India) : ๐ณ๏ธ Water when the top 2 inches of soil feel dry , ๐ง 150โ300 ml per session , โ ๏ธ Avoid soggy soil โ Root rot risk
๐ชด Best Soil Mix : ๐ชจ 40% Garden Soil๐๏ธ 25% Perlite/Sand (for proper drainage)๐ฅฅ 15% Coco Peat (moisture retention)๐ฟ 10% Compost (nutrients)๐งฑ 10% Crushed Brick/Gravel (air circulation)
๐งช Soil pH : 6.0โ7.5
๐ก๏ธ Soil Temp : 20ยฐCโ32ยฐC
๐ Perfect For : ๐๏ธ Living Room ๐ฅ๏ธ Office Desk ๐๏ธ Bedroom ๐ข Hallways ๐ Gift Decor
๐ฌ๏ธ PLANT BENEFITS
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Oxygen Production : ๐ฟ Releases oxygen during the day through photosynthesis , ๐จ Produces approx. 90โ120 ml/day๐ (Oxygen required per day for an average adult is approximately 360 liters)
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Air Purifier : ๐งช Helps remove indoor pollutants like toluene & formaldehyde , ๐ฌ๏ธ Covers small to medium indoor spaces (approx. 10โ12 sq. ft.)
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Low Maintenance : ๐ Easy to care for with regular watering & sunlight
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Aesthetic Appeal : ๐จ Leaves come in vibrant multi-colored shades with shiny textures , โจ Adds brightness and bold tropical feel indoors
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Mood Booster:
๐ Colorful foliage elevates mood & livens up dull corners
๐ง Improves attention to surroundings through visual stimulation
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Perfect Gift Choice : ๐ Unique look + moderate care = Ideal gift for plant lovers or office desks
โญโญโญ PARLO Rated: 8.40/10
๐ฑ How to Plant a Sapling
- ๐ชด Choose a pot with proper drainage holes
- ๐งฑ Add pebbles at the bottom for better drainage
- ๐งช Fill the pot with recommended soil mix (see above)
- ๐ฑ Place the Croton sapling gently and water well
- โ๏ธ Keep in bright, indirect light & water when the topsoil feels dry