A tropical plant with colorful, variegated leaves, commonly grown as a decorative houseplant and prized for its striking foliage patterns.
From the genus name 'Codiaeum,' derived from a Malayalayan word. The plant is native to Southeast Asia and became popular in Victorian ornamental gardens.
Codiaeum plants—also called 'croton'—have leaves so wildly colorful (reds, yellows, oranges) that they seem almost painted, and they change colors as they age!
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