Croton variegatum 'Picasso's Paintbrush' is one of the most unusual Croton plants. It has narrow leaves with multi-colored center stripes that resemble a paintbrush dipped in various colors of paint.
Croton 'Picasso's Paintbrush' Care
Croton variegatum 'Picasso's Paintbrush'



Codiaeum variegatum is a species of plant in the genus Codiaeum, which is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, and the western Pacific Ocean islands, growing in open forests and scrub. In tropical climates, crotons make attractive hedges and potted patio specimens, valued for their striking foliage. They only survive outdoors where temperatures do not normally drop below 10° to 13°C in winter; colder temperatures can cause leaf loss. In colder climates, the plants are grown in greenhouses or as house plants. The cultivated garden crotons are usually smaller than the wild plant, rarely over 1.8 m tall, and come in a wide diversity of leaf shapes and colours.
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How to Care for the Plant
Water
Keep them evenly moist in the summer and reduce watering in the winter to biweekly. Use mainly filtered rainwater or stagnant tap water in room temperature. Mist frequently during the growth period. The plant needs high humidity of more than 60 percent.
Fertilizer
Fertilize a croton from March to August every 14 days with a liquid fertilizer for indoor plants.
Sunlight
Crotons need bright, indirect light. They do not like unfiltered, direct sunlight, but thrive in dappled sunlight. Vibrant colors depend on bright light.
Soil
A well-drained potting soil is perfect.
Temperature
Keep the room temperature above 60°F and do not expose to cold drafts.
Container
Choose a container with enough drainage holes. Place the pot on a pebble tray to increase humidity.
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