1123 Species in Genus Croton

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What is a croton?

Croton is a genus belong to the Euphorbiaceae family. For me, a croton is that beautiful but slightly finicky houseplant with the dramatic leaves. The one I have right now is sitting on my bookshelf, and the leaves are a riot of colors – deep green, sunshine yellow, and even some streaks of orange. It’s like a tiny burst of sunshine in my living room! I love how the leaves curl in on themselves at the edges, and they feel so smooth and waxy when I brush against them. It took me a while to get the watering right, though – they don’t like to be soggy, but they also don’t like to dry out completely. But now that I’ve figured it out, my croton seems happy and keeps putting out new growth.

Croton species

  1. Croton abaitensis Baill.
  2. Croton aberrans Müll.Arg.
  3. Croton abonari Riina & P.E.Berry
  4. Croton abutiloides Kunth
  5. Croton abutilopsis G.L.Webster
  6. Croton acapulcensis M.J.Martinez Gordillo & J.Jiménez Ram.
  7. Croton aceroides Radcl.-Sm.
  8. Croton ackermannianus (Müll.Arg.) G.L.Webster
  9. Croton acradenius Pax & K.Hoffm.
  10. Croton acronychioides F.Muell.
  11. Croton acuminatissimus (Pittier) G.L.Webster
  12. Croton acunae Borhidi
  13. Croton acutifolius Esser
  14. Croton adabolavensis Leandri
  15. Croton adamantinus Müll.Arg.
  16. Croton adenocalyx Baill.
  17. Croton adenodontus (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg.
  18. Croton adenophorus Baill.
  19. Croton adenophyllum Spreng.
  20. Croton adipatus Kunth
  21. Croton adspersus Benth.
  22. Croton adumbratus Croizat
  23. Croton aemulus Barbosa & Carn.-Torres
  24. Croton aequatoris Croizat
  25. Croton agoensis Baill.
  26. Croton agrestis (Pax & K.Hoffm.) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  27. Croton agrophilus Müll.Arg.
  28. Croton alabamensis E.A.Sm. ex Chapm. Plant FAQs: Croton Alabamensis
  29. Croton alainii B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  30. Croton alamosanus Rose
  31. Croton albellus Müll.Arg.
  32. Croton alchorneicarpus Croizat
  33. Croton alchorneifolius Radcl.-Sm.
  34. Croton aleuritoides P.E.Berry
  35. Croton alienus Pax
  36. Croton alloeophyllus Urb.
  37. Croton almadinensis Caruzo & Riina
  38. Croton alnifolius Lam.
  39. Croton alpinus A.Chev. ex Gagnep.
  40. Croton alvaradonis M.E.Jones
  41. Croton amaraliae Riina & P.E.Berry
  42. Croton amazonicus Müll.Arg.
  43. Croton ambanivoulensis Baill.
  44. Croton ambovombensis Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  45. Croton ameliae Lundell
  46. Croton amentiformis Riina
  47. Croton amphileucus Briq.
  48. Croton amplifolius Airy Shaw
  49. Croton andinus Müll.Arg.
  50. Croton androiensis (Leandri) Leandri
  51. Croton angolensis Müll.Arg.
  52. Croton angustifrons Müll.Arg.
  53. Croton anisatus Baill.
  54. Croton anisodontus Müll.Arg.
  55. Croton ankarensis Leandri
  56. Croton ankeranae Kainul.
  57. Croton anomalus Pittier
  58. Croton anosiravensis Leandri
  59. Croton antae Airy Shaw
  60. Croton antanosiensis Leandri
  61. Croton antisyphiliticus Mart.
  62. Croton apicifolius Croizat
  63. Croton apostolon Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  64. Croton appertii J.Léonard
  65. Croton araracuarae J.Murillo, P.E.Berry & M.V.Arbeláez
  66. Croton araripensis Croizat
  67. Croton arboreus Millsp.
  68. Croton arechavaletae Herter
  69. Croton arenosus Carn.-Torres & Cordeiro
  70. Croton argentealbidus Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  71. Croton argenteus L.
  72. Croton argentinus Müll.Arg.
  73. Croton argyranthemus Michx.
  74. Croton argyratus Blume
  75. Croton argyrodaphne Baill.
  76. Croton argyrophyllus Kunth
  77. Croton aridus P.I.Forst.
  78. Croton aripoensis Philcox
  79. Croton arirambae Huber
  80. Croton aristophlebius Croizat
  81. Croton arlineae D.Medeiros, L.Senna & R.J.V.Alves
  82. Croton armstrongii S.Moore
  83. Croton arnhemicus Müll.Arg.
  84. Croton aromaticus L.
  85. Croton artibonitensis Urb.
  86. Croton ascendens Secco & N.A.Rosa
  87. Croton asperrimus Benth.
  88. Croton astianus Croizat
  89. Croton astroites Aiton
  90. Croton astrophorus Urb.
  91. Croton ater Croizat
  92. Croton atrorufus Müll.Arg.
  93. Croton atrostellatus V.W.Steinm.
  94. Croton aubrevilecta Leandri
  95. Croton aubrevillei J.Léonard
  96. Croton avulsus Croizat
  97. Croton axillaris Müll.Arg.
  98. Croton azuensis Urb.
  99. Croton babuyanensis Croizat
  100. Croton bacupariensis Valduga & Iganci
  101. Croton balsameus Müll.Arg.
  102. Croton balsensis V.W.Steinm. & Mart.Gord.
  103. Croton bangii Rusby
  104. Croton barahonensis Urb.
  105. Croton barorum Leandri
  106. Croton barrabeae Bruy
  107. Croton basaltorum (Leandri) P.E.Berry
  108. Croton bastardii Leandri
  109. Croton batangasensis Croizat
  110. Croton bathianus Leandri
  111. Croton beccarii J.Beyer
  112. Croton beckii Riina & Feio
  113. Croton beetlei Croizat
  114. Croton bemaranus Leandri
  115. Croton bemarivensis Leandri
  116. Croton berberifolius Croizat
  117. Croton bergassae Leandri
  118. Croton bernieri Baill.
  119. Croton betaceus Baill.
  120. Croton betiokensis Leandri
  121. Croton betulaster Müll.Arg.
  122. Croton betulinus Vahl
  123. Croton biaroensis Croizat
  124. Croton bidentatus Müll.Arg.
  125. Croton bifurcatus Baill.
  126. Croton bigbendensis B.L.Turner
  127. Croton billbergianus Müll.Arg.
  128. Croton bispinosus C.Wright
  129. Croton blanchetianus Baill.
  130. Croton boavitanus Croizat
  131. Croton bocquillonii Baill.
  132. Croton boinensis Leandri
  133. Croton boissieri Müll.Arg.
  134. Croton boiteaui Leandri
  135. Croton boivinianus (Baill.) Baill.
  136. Croton bojerianus Baill.
  137. Croton bolivarensis Croizat
  138. Croton bonplandianus Baill.
  139. Croton borbensis Secco & P.E.Berry
  140. Croton borhidii O.Muñiz
  141. Croton borneensis J.J.Sm.
  142. Croton brachypus Airy Shaw
  143. Croton brachytrichus Urb.
  144. Croton bracteatus Lam.
  145. Croton brassii Croizat
  146. Croton bredemeyeri Müll.Arg.
  147. Croton breedlovei B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  148. Croton bresolinii L.B.Sm. & Downs
  149. Croton brevipes Pax
  150. Croton brevispicatus Baill.
  151. Croton brieyi De Wild.
  152. Croton brittonianus Carabia
  153. Croton brittonii Acev.-Rodr.
  154. Croton bryophorus Croizat
  155. Croton buchii Urb.
  156. Croton burchellii Müll.Arg.
  157. Croton buxifolius (Baill.) Müll.Arg.
  158. Croton byrnesii Airy Shaw
  159. Croton caboensis Croizat
  160. Croton cajucara Benth.
  161. Croton calcareus Riina & Mateo-Ram.
  162. Croton caldensis Müll.Arg.
  163. Croton calderi Chakrab. & N.P.Balakr.
  164. Croton californicus Müll.Arg.
  165. Croton callicarpifolius Vahl
  166. Croton calocephalus Müll.Arg.
  167. Croton calyciglandulosus Allem
  168. Croton calycinus Spreng.
  169. Croton calycireduplicatus Allem
  170. Croton campanulatus Caruzo & Cordeiro
  171. Croton campenonii Baill.
  172. Croton campestris A.St.-Hil. , A.Juss. & Cambess.
  173. Croton campinarensis Secco, A.Rosário & P.E.Berry
  174. Croton camposii Riina & Ore-Rengifo
  175. Croton capitatus Michx.
  176. Croton capitis-york Airy Shaw
  177. Croton caracasanus Pittier
  178. Croton carajasensis Sodré & Secco
  179. Croton carandaitensis Croizat
  180. Croton cardenasii Standl.
  181. Croton carinatus Müll.Arg.
  182. Croton carpostellatus B.L.León & Mart.Gord.
  183. Croton carrii Airy Shaw
  184. Croton cascarilloides Raeusch.
  185. Croton cassinoides Lam.
  186. Croton catamarcensis Ahumada
  187. Croton catariae Baill.
  188. Croton catatii Baill.
  189. Croton catinganus Müll.Arg.
  190. Croton caudatus Geiseler
  191. Croton ceanothifolius Baill.
  192. Croton cearensis Baill.
  193. Croton celtidifolius Baill.
  194. Croton cerinodentatus Müll.Arg.
  195. Croton cerinus Müll.Arg.
  196. Croton cerroazulensis P.E.Berry & Galdames
  197. Croton chaetophorus Müll.Arg.
  198. Croton chakrabartyi Dhabak & Nandikar
  199. Croton chamaepitys Baill.
  200. Croton chamanus Steyerm.
  201. Croton chamelensis E.J.Lott
  202. Croton chapelieri Baill.
  203. Croton charaguensis Standl.
  204. Croton chauvetiae Leandri
  205. Croton chiapensis Lundell
  206. Croton chilensis Müll.Arg.
  207. Croton chimboracensis P.E.Berry & Riina
  208. Croton chiribiquetensis Cordiel
  209. Croton chittagongensis Chakrab. & N.P.Balakr.
  210. Croton chlaenacicomes Leandri
  211. Croton chlorocalyx Müll.Arg.
  212. Croton chloroleucus Müll.Arg.
  213. Croton chocoanus Croizat
  214. Croton chodatii (Croizat) P.E.Berry
  215. Croton choristadenius K.Schum.
  216. Croton chrysocladus Müll.Arg.
  217. Croton chrysodaphne Baill.
  218. Croton chunianus Croizat
  219. Croton churumayensis Croizat
  220. Croton churutensis Riina & Cornejo
  221. Croton chypreae Leandri
  222. Croton ciliatoglandulifer Ortega
  223. Croton cinerascens Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  224. Croton cinerellus Müll.Arg.
  225. Croton claessensii Vermoesen ex De Wild.
  226. Croton claussenianus Baill.
  227. Croton clavuliger Müll.Arg.
  228. Croton cliffordii Hutch. & E.A.Bruce
  229. Croton cnidophyllus Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  230. Croton coccymelophyllus Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  231. Croton colliguay Molina
  232. Croton colubrinoides Merr.
  233. Croton columnaris Airy Shaw
  234. Croton comatus Vell.
  235. Croton comayaguanus Standl. & L.O.Williams
  236. Croton compressus Lam.
  237. Croton condorensis Riina & Cerón
  238. Croton conduplicatus Kunth
  239. Croton confertus Baker
  240. Croton confinis L.B.Sm. & Downs
  241. Croton congensis De Wild.
  242. Croton consanguineus Müll.Arg.
  243. Croton conspurcatus Schltdl.
  244. Croton constrictus Baill.
  245. Croton cooperianus (Croizat) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  246. Croton corallicola Borhidi
  247. Croton corchoropsis Baill.
  248. Croton cordatulus Airy Shaw
  249. Croton cordiifolius Baill.
  250. Croton coriaceus Kunth
  251. Croton coriifolius Airy Shaw
  252. Croton corinthius Poveda & J.A.González
  253. Croton coronatus Urb.
  254. Croton cortesianus Kunth
  255. Croton coryi Croizat
  256. Croton corylifolius Lam.
  257. Croton costatus Kunth
  258. Croton cotabatensis Croizat
  259. Croton cotoneaster Müll.Arg.
  260. Croton craspedotrichus Griseb.
  261. Croton crassifolius Geiseler
  262. Croton crispatus Thulin
  263. Croton cristalensis Urb.
  264. Croton crocodilorum Leandri
  265. Croton crossolepis P.E.Berry & Kainul.
  266. Croton crustulifer Croizat
  267. Croton cuadrosii P.E.Berry
  268. Croton cubiensis Gagnep.
  269. Croton cuchillae-nigrae Croizat
  270. Croton cucutensis Croizat
  271. Croton culiacanensis Croizat
  272. Croton cuneatus Klotzsch
  273. Croton cupreatus Croizat
  274. Croton cupreolepis P.E.Berry, B.W.van Ee & Kainul.
  275. Croton cupreus Elmer
  276. Croton cupulifer McVaugh
  277. Croton curculiospermus Riina
  278. Croton curiosus Croizat
  279. Croton curranii S.F.Blake
  280. Croton curvipes Urb.
  281. Croton cuyabensis Pilg.
  282. Croton cycloideus Borhidi & O.Muñiz
  283. Croton damayeshu Y.T.Chang
  284. Croton danguyanus Leandri
  285. Croton debilis Müll.Arg.
  286. Croton decalobus Müll.Arg.
  287. Croton decalvatus Esser
  288. Croton decaryi Leandri
  289. Croton decipiens Baill.
  290. Croton delpyi Gagnep.
  291. Croton densivestitus C.T.White & W.D.Francis
  292. Croton deserticola Steyerm.
  293. Croton desertorum Müll.Arg.
  294. Croton diasii Pires ex Secco & P.E.Berry
  295. Croton dibindi Pellegr.
  296. Croton dichogamus Pax
  297. Croton dichromifolius P.I.Forst.
  298. Croton dichrous Müll.Arg.
  299. Croton dictyophlebodes Radcl.-Sm.
  300. Croton didrichsenii G.L.Webster
  301. Croton dinghuensis H.S.Kiu
  302. Croton dioicus Cav.
  303. Croton discolor Willd.
  304. Croton disjunctus V.W.Steinm.
  305. Croton dispar N.E.Br.
  306. Croton dissectistipulatus Secco
  307. Croton dissimilis Baill.
  308. Croton dockrillii Airy Shaw
  309. Croton dodecamerus Gagnep.
  310. Croton domatifer Riina & P.E.Berry
  311. Croton dongnaiensis Pierre ex Gagnep.
  312. Croton doratophylloides (Croizat) G.L.Webster
  313. Croton doratophyllus Baill.
  314. Croton draco Schltdl. & Cham.
  315. Croton draconoides Müll.Arg.
  316. Croton draconopsis Müll.Arg.
  317. Croton dracunculoides Baill.
  318. Croton droguetioides Kainul. & Radcl.-Sm.
  319. Croton dusenii Croizat
  320. Croton dybowskii Hutch.
  321. Croton eberhardtii Gagnep.
  322. Croton echinulatus (Griseb.) Croizat
  323. Croton echioideus Baill.
  324. Croton eggersii Pax
  325. Croton ehrenbergii Schltdl.
  326. Croton eichleri Müll.Arg.
  327. Croton ekmanii Urb.
  328. Croton elaeagni Baill.
  329. Croton elbertii Airy Shaw
  330. Croton elkerensis Friis & M.G.Gilbert
  331. Croton elliotianus Baill.
  332. Croton elliottii Chapm.
  333. Croton ellipticus Geiseler
  334. Croton elskensii De Wild.
  335. Croton eluteria (L.) W.Wright
  336. Croton emeliae Baill.
  337. Croton enigmaticus P.E.Berry & B.W.van Ee
  338. Croton ensifolius Merr.
  339. Croton eremophilus Müll.Arg.
  340. Croton ericius Leandri
  341. Croton ericoides Baill.
  342. Croton eriocladoides Müll.Arg.
  343. Croton erythrochilus Müll.Arg.
  344. Croton erythrochyloides Croizat
  345. Croton erythrostachys Hook.f.
  346. Croton erythroxyloides Baill.
  347. Croton essequiboensis Klotzsch
  348. Croton euryphyllus W.W.Sm.
  349. Croton exuberans Müll.Arg.
  350. Croton fantzianus F.Seym.
  351. Croton farinosus Lam.
  352. Croton faroensis Secco
  353. Croton fastuosus Baill.
  354. Croton fernandezii Riina & Caruzo
  355. Croton ferricretus Kainul., B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  356. Croton ferruginellus Müll.Arg.
  357. Croton ferrugineus Kunth
  358. Croton fianarantsoae Leandri
  359. Croton fishlockii Britton
  360. Croton flavens L.
  361. Croton flavescens Greenm.
  362. Croton flavoglandulosus Lundell
  363. Croton floccosus B.A.Sm.
  364. Croton floribundus Spreng.
  365. Croton fluviatilis Esser
  366. Croton fothergillifolius Baill.
  367. Croton fragilis Kunth
  368. Croton fragrans Kunth
  369. Croton fragrantulus Croizat
  370. Croton francoanus Müll.Arg.
  371. Croton fraseri Müll.Arg.
  372. Croton frieseanus Müll.Arg.
  373. Croton frionis Müll.Arg.
  374. Croton fruticulosus Torr.
  375. Croton fulvus Mart.
  376. Croton fuscus (Didr.) Müll.Arg.
  377. Croton gageanus P.T.Li
  378. Croton gaumeri Millsp.
  379. Croton geayi Leandri
  380. Croton geraesensis (Baill.) G.L.Webster
  381. Croton gibsonianus Nimmo
  382. Croton gigantifolius P.E.Berry & Secco
  383. Croton gilgianus Herter
  384. Croton glabellus L.
  385. Croton glabrescens Miq.
  386. Croton glandulosepalus Millsp.
  387. Croton glandulosobracteatus Carn.-Torres & Cordeiro
  388. Croton glandulosodentatus Pax & K.Hoffm.
  389. Croton glandulosus L.
  390. Croton glaziovii Müll.Arg.
  391. Croton glechomifolius Müll.Arg.
  392. Croton glomeratus Aug.DC.
  393. Croton glutinosus Müll.Arg.
  394. Croton glyptospermus Müll.Arg.
  395. Croton gnaphalii Baill.
  396. Croton gnaphaloides Schrad.
  397. Croton gnidiaceus Baill.
  398. Croton gomezii G.L.Webster
  399. Croton gonaivensis Urb. & Ekman
  400. Croton gossweileri Hutch.
  401. Croton gossypiifolius Vahl
  402. Croton goudotii Baill.
  403. Croton goyazensis Müll.Arg.
  404. Croton gracilescens Müll.Arg.
  405. Croton gracilior Radcl.-Sm.
  406. Croton gracilipes Baill.
  407. Croton gracilirameus M.J.Silva, Sodré & P.E.Berry
  408. Croton grandivelum Baill.
  409. Croton grangerioides Bojer ex Baill.
  410. Croton graomogolensis Barbosa & Carn.-Torres
  411. Croton gratissimus Burch.
  412. Croton grazielae Secco
  413. Croton greveanus Baill.
  414. Croton grewiifolius Müll.Arg.
  415. Croton grewioides Baill.
  416. Croton griffithii Hook.f.
  417. Croton grisebachianus Müll.Arg.
  418. Croton griseus Airy Shaw
  419. Croton grossedentatus Pittier
  420. Croton guaiquinimae Steyerm.
  421. Croton guaritensis A.P.N.Pereira & Caruzo
  422. Croton guatemalensis Lotsy
  423. Croton guerelae Leandri
  424. Croton guerreroanus Mart.Gord. & Cruz Durán
  425. Croton guianensis Aubl.
  426. Croton guilleminianus Baill.
  427. Croton habrophyllus Airy Shaw
  428. Croton hadriani Baill.
  429. Croton haitiensis P.T.Li
  430. Croton hancei Benth.
  431. Croton harleyi Carn.-Torres & Cordeiro
  432. Croton hasskarlianus Müll.Arg.
  433. Croton hatschbachii Sodré & M.J.Silva
  434. Croton haumanianus J.Léonard
  435. Croton hecatonandrus Müll.Arg.
  436. Croton heliaster S.F.Blake
  437. Croton helichrysum Baill.
  438. Croton heliotropiifolius Kunth
  439. Croton hemiargyreus Müll.Arg.
  440. Croton hentyi Airy Shaw
  441. Croton heptalon (Kuntze) B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  442. Croton herzogianus (Pax & K.Hoffm.) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  443. Croton heteranthus Aug.DC.
  444. Croton heterocalyx Baill.
  445. Croton heterocarpus Müll.Arg.
  446. Croton heterochrous Müll.Arg.
  447. Croton heterodoxus Baill.
  448. Croton heterotrichus Müll.Arg.
  449. Croton hibiscifolius Kunth ex Spreng.
  450. Croton hieronymi Griseb.
  451. Croton hilarii Baill.
  452. Croton hildebrandtii Baill.
  453. Croton hircinus Vent.
  454. Croton hirtus L’Hér.
  455. Croton hoffmannii Müll.Arg.
  456. Croton holguinensis Borhidi
  457. Croton holodiscus (Croizat) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  458. Croton holtonii Müll.Arg.
  459. Croton hondensis (H.Karst.) G.L.Webster
  460. Croton horminum Baill.
  461. Croton hostmannii Miq.
  462. Croton hovarum Leandri
  463. Croton howii Merr. & Chun ex Y.T.Chang
  464. Croton huajuapanensis Mart.Gord. & Cruz Durán
  465. Croton huamaliensis Riina
  466. Croton huberi Steyerm.
  467. Croton huitotorum Croizat
  468. Croton humbertii Leandri
  469. Croton humblotii Baill.
  470. Croton humilis L.
  471. Croton hutchinsonianus Hosseus
  472. Croton hypochalibaeus Baill.
  473. Croton hypoleucus Schltdl.
  474. Croton icabarui Jabl.
  475. Croton icche Lundell
  476. Croton ichthygaster L.B.Sm. & Downs
  477. Croton ignifex Croizat
  478. Croton ihosianus Leandri
  479. Croton imbricatus L.R.Lima & Pirani
  480. Croton impressus Urb.
  481. Croton inaequilobus Steyerm.
  482. Croton incanus Kunth
  483. Croton incertus Müll.Arg.
  484. Croton incisus Baill.
  485. Croton indivisus Vell.
  486. Croton indrisilvae Kainul., B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  487. Croton inhambanensis Radcl.-Sm.
  488. Croton inops Baill.
  489. Croton insularis Baill.
  490. Croton integrifolius Pax
  491. Croton integrilobus Croizat
  492. Croton intercedens Müll.Arg.
  493. Croton isabellei Baill.
  494. Croton isalensis (Leandri) Leandri
  495. Croton isomonensis Leandri
  496. Croton iteophyllus Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  497. Croton itzaeus Lundell
  498. Croton jacobinensis Baill.
  499. Croton jamaicensis B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  500. Croton jamesonii Müll.Arg.
  501. Croton jansii J.Léonard
  502. Croton jatrophoides Pax
  503. Croton jaucoensis Borhidi
  504. Croton javarisensis Secco
  505. Croton jennyanus Gris ex Baill.
  506. Croton jimenezii Standl. & Valerio
  507. Croton jorgei J.Murillo
  508. Croton josephina Müll.Arg.
  509. Croton joufra Roxb.
  510. Croton jucundus Brandegee
  511. Croton julopsidium Baill.
  512. Croton junceus Baill.
  513. Croton jutiapensis Croizat
  514. Croton kalkmannii Müll.Arg.
  515. Croton kallunkiae Riina & Caruzo
  516. Croton kaloae Croizat
  517. Croton kelantanicus Airy Shaw
  518. Croton kerrii Airy Shaw
  519. Croton killipianus Croizat
  520. Croton kilwae Radcl.-Sm.
  521. Croton kimosorum Leandri
  522. Croton kinondoensis G.W.Hu, Ngumbau & Q.F.Wang
  523. Croton klaenzei Müll.Arg.
  524. Croton kleinii L.B.Sm. & Downs
  525. Croton klotzschianus (Wight) Thwaites
  526. Croton kongensis Gagnep.
  527. Croton kongkandanus Esser
  528. Croton krabas Gagnep.
  529. Croton krukoffianus Croizat
  530. Croton kurzii Croizat
  531. Croton laceratoglandulosus Caruzo & Cordeiro
  532. Croton lachnocarpus Benth.
  533. Croton lachnocladus Mart. ex Müll.Arg.
  534. Croton laciniatistylus J.Léonard
  535. Croton laeticapsulus Croizat
  536. Croton laevigatus Vahl
  537. Croton lagoensis Müll.Arg.
  538. Croton lagunillae Croizat
  539. Croton lamdongensis Thin
  540. Croton lanatus Lam.
  541. Croton lanceilimbus Merr.
  542. Croton landoltii Ahumada
  543. Croton langsdorffii Müll.Arg.
  544. Croton langsonensis Thin
  545. Croton laniflorus Geiseler
  546. Croton laoticus Gagnep.
  547. Croton lapanus Müll.Arg.
  548. Croton lasiopetaloides Croizat
  549. Croton lasiopyrus Baill.
  550. Croton latsonensis Gagnep.
  551. Croton laui Merr. & F.P.Metcalf
  552. Croton lauioides Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  553. Croton laureltyanus Ahumada
  554. Croton laurifolius Spach ex Baill.
  555. Croton laurinus Sw.
  556. Croton lawianus Nimmo
  557. Croton lechleri Müll.Arg.
  558. Croton lehmannii Pax
  559. Croton leiophyllus Müll.Arg.
  560. Croton lenheirensis D.Medeiros, L.Senna & R.J.V.Alves
  561. Croton leonensis Hutch.
  562. Croton leonis (Croizat) B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  563. Croton leptanthus Airy Shaw
  564. Croton leptopus Müll.Arg.
  565. Croton leptostachyus Kunth
  566. Croton leuconeurus Pax
  567. Croton leucophlebius C.Wright ex Griseb.
  568. Croton leucophyllus Müll.Arg.
  569. Croton levatii Guillaumin
  570. Croton leytensis Croizat
  571. Croton lichenisilvae Leandri
  572. Croton limae A.P.S.Gomes, M.F.Sales & P.E.Berry
  573. Croton limnocharis Croizat
  574. Croton lindheimeri (Engelm. & A.Gray) Alph.Wood
  575. Croton lindheimerianus Scheele
  576. Croton lindmanii Urb.
  577. Croton lindquistii V.W.Steinm.
  578. Croton linearifolius Müll.Arg.
  579. Croton linearis Jacq.
  580. Croton lissophyllus Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts ex Esser
  581. Croton lithrifolius (Croizat) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  582. Croton lombardianus Croizat
  583. Croton longibracteatus Mart.Gord. & de Luna
  584. Croton longicarpus A.P.N.Pereira, Caruzo & Riina
  585. Croton longicolumellus B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  586. Croton longifolius Müll.Arg.
  587. Croton longipedicellatus J.Léonard
  588. Croton longiracemosus Hutch.
  589. Croton longissimus Airy Shaw
  590. Croton loretensis Riina & Caruzo
  591. Croton lotorius Croizat
  592. Croton loucoubensis Baill.
  593. Croton loukandensis Pellegr.
  594. Croton lucens P.I.Forst.
  595. Croton luciae Croizat
  596. Croton lucidus L.
  597. Croton luetzelburgii Pax & K.Hoffm.
  598. Croton lundianus (Didr.) Müll.Arg.
  599. Croton luzoniensis Müll.Arg.
  600. Croton maasii Riina & P.E.Berry
  601. Croton macbridei Croizat
  602. Croton macrobothrys Baill.
  603. Croton macrobuxus Baill.
  604. Croton macrocalyx Mart. ex Baill.
  605. Croton macrocarpus Ridl.
  606. Croton macrodontus Müll.Arg.
  607. Croton macrolepis Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  608. Croton macrosepalus Sodré & M.J.Silva
  609. Croton macrostachyus Hochst. ex Delile
  610. Croton macrostigma Chodat
  611. Croton maculatus Vahl
  612. Croton madandensis S.Moore
  613. Croton maestrensis (Alain) B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  614. Croton maevaranensis Leandri
  615. Croton magdalenae Millsp.
  616. Croton magneticus Airy Shaw
  617. Croton magnifolius Sessé & Moc.
  618. Croton magniglandulifer (V.W.Steinm.) B.W.van Ee
  619. Croton malabaricus Bedd.
  620. Croton malacotrichus Müll.Arg.
  621. Croton malambo H.Karst.
  622. Croton mallotophyllus Croizat
  623. Croton malvavisciifolius Millsp.
  624. Croton mamillatus P.I.Forst.
  625. Croton manampetsae Leandri
  626. Croton mansfeldii Urb.
  627. Croton martinianus V.W.Steinmann
  628. Croton masonii I.M.Johnst.
  629. Croton matourensis Aubl.
  630. Croton matudae Lundell
  631. Croton mauritianus Lam.
  632. Croton mavoravina Leandri
  633. Croton mayanus B.L.León & H.F.M.Vester
  634. Croton mayottae P.E.Berry & Kainul.
  635. Croton mayumbensis J.Léonard
  636. Croton mazapensis Lundell
  637. Croton mcvaughii G.L.Webster
  638. Croton medusae Müll.Arg.
  639. Croton meeboldianus Chakrab. & N.P.Balakr.
  640. Croton megaladenus Urb.
  641. Croton megalobotryoides De Wild.
  642. Croton megalobotrys Müll.Arg.
  643. Croton megalocalyx Müll.Arg.
  644. Croton megalocarpoides Friis & M.G.Gilbert
  645. Croton megalocarpus Hutch.
  646. Croton megalodendron Müll.Arg.
  647. Croton megistocarpus J.A.González & Poveda
  648. Croton mekongensis Gagnep.
  649. Croton melanoleucus Müll.Arg.
  650. Croton membranaceus Müll.Arg.
  651. Croton menabeensis Leandri
  652. Croton menarandrae Leandri
  653. Croton menthodorus Benth.
  654. Croton menyharthii Pax
  655. Croton meridionalis Leandri
  656. Croton merrillianus Croizat
  657. Croton metallicus Müll.Arg.
  658. Croton mexicanus Müll.Arg.
  659. Croton miarensis Leandri
  660. Croton micans Sw.
  661. Croton michaelii V.W.Steinm.
  662. Croton michauxii G.L.Webster
  663. Croton micradenus Urb.
  664. Croton microcarpus Ham.
  665. Croton microgyne Croizat
  666. Croton microphyllinus Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  667. Croton microtiglium Burkill
  668. Croton milanjensis Leandri
  669. Croton millspaughii Standl.
  670. Croton minimimarginiglandulosus Radcl.-Sm.
  671. Croton minimus P.I.Forst.
  672. Croton miradorensis Müll.Arg.
  673. Croton miraflorensis Borhidi
  674. Croton mocquerysii Aug.DC.
  675. Croton mollis Benth.
  676. Croton monanthogynus Michx. Plant FAQs: Croton Monanthogynus
  677. Croton mongue Baill.
  678. Croton monogynus Urb.
  679. Croton montevidensis Spreng.
  680. Croton montis-silam Airy Shaw
  681. Croton moonii Thwaites
  682. Croton morifolius Willd.
  683. Croton morobensis Croizat
  684. Croton morotaeus Airy Shaw
  685. Croton moschatus Monteverde & T.P.Betanc.
  686. Croton moustiquensis Urb.
  687. Croton mubango Müll.Arg.
  688. Croton mucronifolius Müll.Arg.
  689. Croton muellerianus L.R.Lima
  690. Croton multicaulis P.I.Forst.
  691. Croton multicostatus Müll.Arg.
  692. Croton munizii Borhidi
  693. Croton muricatus Vahl
  694. Croton muriculatus Airy Shaw
  695. Croton muscicapa Müll.Arg.
  696. Croton mutabilis P.I.Forst.
  697. Croton mutisianus Kunth
  698. Croton myrianthus Müll.Arg.
  699. Croton myriaster Baker
  700. Croton myricifolius Griseb.
  701. Croton myrsinites Baill.
  702. Croton nagaoi Tagane, Soulad. & Souvann.
  703. Croton neblinae Jabl.
  704. Croton nepalensis T.Kuros.
  705. Croton nepetifolius Baill.
  706. Croton neuwiedii Müll.Arg.
  707. Croton nigricans (Mart. ex Schltdl.) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  708. Croton nigritanus Scott Elliot
  709. Croton nigroviridis Thwaites
  710. Croton nirguensis Riina & W.Meier
  711. Croton nitens Sw.
  712. Croton nitidulifolius Croizat
  713. Croton nitidulus Baker
  714. Croton nitrariifolius Baill.
  715. Croton niveus Jacq.
  716. Croton nobilis Baill.
  717. Croton noronhae Baill.
  718. Croton novae-astigis Croizat
  719. Croton novi-friburgi Müll.Arg.
  720. Croton nubigenus G.L.Webster
  721. Croton nudatus Baill.
  722. Croton nudulus Croizat
  723. Croton nummularius Baill.
  724. Croton nuntians Croizat
  725. Croton oblongus Burm.f.
  726. Croton odontadenius Müll.Arg.
  727. Croton oerstedianus Müll.Arg.
  728. Croton olanchanus Standl. & L.O.Williams
  729. Croton oleoides Müll.Arg.
  730. Croton oligandrus Pierre ex Hutch.
  731. Croton oliganthus Müll.Arg.
  732. Croton olivaceus Müll.Arg.
  733. Croton ophiticola Borhidi
  734. Croton orangeae Kainul. & P.E.Berry
  735. Croton orbicularis Thunb.
  736. Croton organensis Baill.
  737. Croton orientensis Borhidi
  738. Croton origanifolius Lam.
  739. Croton orinocensis Müll.Arg.
  740. Croton ortegae Standl.
  741. Croton ortholobus Müll.Arg.
  742. Croton ovalifolius Vahl
  743. Croton pachypodus G.L.Webster
  744. Croton pachyrachis Alain
  745. Croton pachysepalus Griseb.
  746. Croton pagiveteris Croizat
  747. Croton palanostigma Klotzsch
  748. Croton palawanensis Merr. ex Croizat
  749. Croton pallidus Müll.Arg.
  750. Croton palmatus Sessé & Moc.
  751. Croton palmeri S.Watson
  752. Croton paludosus Müll.Arg.
  753. Croton pampangensis Croizat
  754. Croton panduriformis Müll.Arg.
  755. Croton pannosus Thunb.
  756. Croton paraensis Müll.Arg.
  757. Croton paraguayensis Chodat
  758. Croton parksii Croizat
  759. Croton parodianus Croizat
  760. Croton parvifolius Müll.Arg.
  761. Croton pascualii E.J.Lott & Mart.Gord.
  762. Croton patrum L.B.Sm. & Downs
  763. Croton paucistamineus Müll.Arg.
  764. Croton pavonianus Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  765. Croton pavonis Müll.Arg.
  766. Croton paxianus Herter
  767. Croton payaquensis Standl.
  768. Croton pedersenii Ahumada
  769. Croton pedicellatus Kunth
  770. Croton pedunculatus Vell.
  771. Croton peekelii Lauterb.
  772. Croton pellitus Kunth
  773. Croton peltatus Thunb.
  774. Croton peltophorus Müll.Arg.
  775. Croton pendens Lundell
  776. Croton penduliflorus Hutch.
  777. Croton penninervis Scheele
  778. Croton peraeruginosus Croizat
  779. Croton perimetralensis Secco
  780. Croton perintricatus Croizat
  781. Croton perlongiflorus Croizat
  782. Croton persimilis Müll.Arg.
  783. Croton perspeciosus Croizat
  784. Croton perstipulatus G.L.Webster ex Caruzo & Secco
  785. Croton peruvianus Briq.
  786. Croton pervestitus C.Wright ex Griseb.
  787. Croton perviscosus Croizat
  788. Croton petraeus Müll.Arg.
  789. Croton phaenodon Airy Shaw
  790. Croton phebalioides F.Muell. ex Müll.Arg.
  791. Croton phourinii H.Toyama & Tagane
  792. Croton phuquocensis Croizat
  793. Croton phyllanthus (Chodat & Hassl.) G.L.Webster
  794. Croton piauhiensis Müll.Arg.
  795. Croton pilgeri Ule
  796. Croton pilophorus Airy Shaw
  797. Croton pilosus Spreng.
  798. Croton pilulifer Rusby
  799. Croton piptocalyx Müll.Arg.
  800. Croton plagiograptus Müll.Arg.
  801. Croton planaltoanus M.J.Silva & Sodré
  802. Croton platyphyllus Lundell
  803. Croton pleytei Airy Shaw
  804. Croton pluriglandulosus Carn.-Torres & Riina
  805. Croton plurispicatus P.E.Berry, Kainul. & B.W.van Ee
  806. Croton poecilanthus Urb.
  807. Croton poggei Pax
  808. Croton poilanei Gagnep.
  809. Croton poitaei Urb.
  810. Croton polot Burm.f.
  811. Croton polyandrus Spreng.
  812. Croton polygonoides L.B.Sm. & Downs
  813. Croton polypleurus Croizat
  814. Croton polytomus Urb.
  815. Croton polytrichus Pax
  816. Croton pontis Croizat
  817. Croton poomae Esser
  818. Croton potabilis Croizat
  819. Croton potaroensis Lanj.
  820. Croton pottsii (Klotzsch) Müll.Arg.
  821. Croton pradensis D.Medeiros, L.Senna & R.J.V.Alves
  822. Croton priscus Croizat
  823. Croton procumbens Jacq.
  824. Croton promunturii Leandri
  825. Croton prostratus Urb.
  826. Croton pseudoadipatus Croizat
  827. Croton pseudofragrans Croizat
  828. Croton pseudoglabellus Lundell
  829. Croton pseudoniloticus De Wild.
  830. Croton pseudoniveus Lundell
  831. Croton pseudopopulus Baill.
  832. Croton pseudopulchellus Pax
  833. Croton pulcher Müll.Arg.
  834. Croton pulegiodorus Baill.
  835. Croton pullei Lanj.
  836. Croton punctatus Jacq.
  837. Croton puncticulatus Müll.Arg.
  838. Croton pungens Jacq.
  839. Croton purdiei Müll.Arg.
  840. Croton purpurascens Y.T.Chang
  841. Croton pycnadenius Müll.Arg.
  842. Croton pycnanthus Benth.
  843. Croton pycnocephalus Baill.
  844. Croton pycnophyllus Salzm. ex Schltdl.
  845. Croton pygmaeus L.R.Lima
  846. Croton pynaertii De Wild.
  847. Croton pyrifolius Müll.Arg.
  848. Croton pyrosoma (Croizat) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  849. Croton quadrisetosus Lam.
  850. Croton quercetorum Croizat
  851. Croton quintasii Allem
  852. Croton quisumbingianus Croizat
  853. Croton radiatus P.E.Berry & Kainul.
  854. Croton radlkoferi Pax & K.Hoffm.
  855. Croton rakotoniainii Leandri
  856. Croton ramboi Allem
  857. Croton ramellae Ahumada
  858. Croton ramillatus Croizat
  859. Croton ramosissimus Sodré & M.J.Silva
  860. Croton rarus P.I.Forst.
  861. Croton rectipilis Croizat
  862. Croton redolens Pittier
  863. Croton reflexifolius Kunth
  864. Croton refractus Müll.Arg.
  865. Croton regeneratrix Leandri
  866. Croton rehderianus Croizat
  867. Croton reitzii L.B.Sm. & Downs
  868. Croton repens Schltdl.
  869. Croton restingae Sodré & Riina
  870. Croton revolutus (Alain) B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  871. Croton rhamnifolioides Pax & K.Hoffm.
  872. Croton rheophyticus Airy Shaw
  873. Croton rhexiifolius Baill.
  874. Croton rhodostachyus Müll.Arg.
  875. Croton rhodotrichus Sodré & M.J.Silva
  876. Croton rimbachii Croizat
  877. Croton ripensis Kaneh. & Hatus.
  878. Croton rivinifolius Kunth
  879. Croton rivularis Müll.Arg.
  880. Croton rizzinii Farias & Riina
  881. Croton robustior (L.B.Sm. & Downs) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  882. Croton robustus Kurz
  883. Croton roraimensis Croizat
  884. Croton rosarianus Mart.Gord. & Cruz Durán
  885. Croton rosmarinoides Millsp.
  886. Croton rottlerifolius Baill.
  887. Croton roxanae Croizat
  888. Croton rubiginosus Croizat
  889. Croton rudolphianus Müll.Arg.
  890. Croton rufolepidotus Caruzo & Riina
  891. Croton ruizianus Müll.Arg.
  892. Croton rupestris (Chodat & Hassl.) G.L.Webster
  893. Croton rusbyi Britton ex Rusby
  894. Croton russulus Croizat
  895. Croton rutilus (Chodat & Hassl.) G.L.Webster
  896. Croton sacaquinha Croizat
  897. Croton sahafariensis Kainul. & P.E.Berry
  898. Croton saipanensis Hosok.
  899. Croton sakamaliensis Leandri
  900. Croton saltensis Griseb.
  901. Croton salutaris Casar.
  902. Croton salviformis Baill.
  903. Croton salzmannii (Baill.) G.L.Webster
  904. Croton samarensis Airy Shaw
  905. Croton sampatik Müll.Arg.
  906. Croton sanctae-crucis S.Moore
  907. Croton sancti-lazari Croizat
  908. Croton santamartensis Riina & P.E.Berry
  909. Croton santaritensis Huft
  910. Croton santisukii Airy Shaw
  911. Croton sapiiflorus Croizat
  912. Croton sapiifolius Müll.Arg.
  913. Croton sarcocarpus Balf.f.
  914. Croton scaber Willd.
  915. Croton scabiosus Bedd.
  916. Croton scalaeus J.Beyer
  917. Croton scheffleri Pax
  918. Croton schiedeanus Schltdl.
  919. Croton schimperianus Müll.Arg.
  920. Croton schultesii Müll.Arg.
  921. Croton schultzii Benth.
  922. Croton sclerocalyx (Didr.) Müll.Arg.
  923. Croton scopuligenus Croizat
  924. Croton scoriarum Leandri
  925. Croton scouleri Hook.f.
  926. Croton scutatus P.E.Berry
  927. Croton seccoi Sodré & M.J.Silva
  928. Croton sellowii Baill.
  929. Croton seminudus Müll.Arg.
  930. Croton semivestitus Müll.Arg.
  931. Croton senescens Croizat
  932. Croton sepalinus Airy Shaw
  933. Croton seretii Vermoesen ex De Wild.
  934. Croton serpyllifolius Baill.
  935. Croton serratifolius Baill.
  936. Croton serratus Müll.Arg.
  937. Croton sertanejus Sodré & M.J.Silva
  938. Croton setiger Hook.
  939. Croton sexmetralis Croizat
  940. Croton shreveanus Croizat
  941. Croton sibundoyensis Croizat
  942. Croton siderophyllus Baill.
  943. Croton sidifolius Lam.
  944. Croton siltepecensis Lundell
  945. Croton silvanus Croizat
  946. Croton simalurensis J.Beyer
  947. Croton simulans P.I.Forst.
  948. Croton sincorensis Mart. ex Müll.Arg.
  949. Croton singularis Airy Shaw
  950. Croton sipaliwinensis Lanj.
  951. Croton smithianus Croizat
  952. Croton socotranus Balf.f.
  953. Croton solanaceus (Müll.Arg.) G.L.Webster
  954. Croton soliman Schltdl. & Cham.
  955. Croton somalensis Pax
  956. Croton sonorae Torr.
  957. Croton soratensis Müll.Arg.
  958. Croton sousae Mart.Gord. & Cruz Durán
  959. Croton speciosus Müll.Arg.
  960. Croton sphaerogynus Baill.
  961. Croton spica Baill.
  962. Croton spiciflorus Thunb.
  963. Croton spiraeifolius Jabl.
  964. Croton spiralis Müll.Arg.
  965. Croton splendidus Mart.
  966. Croton spruceanus Benth.
  967. Croton spurcus Croizat
  968. Croton stahelianus Lanj.
  969. Croton staminosus Müll.Arg.
  970. Croton standleyanus Croizat
  971. Croton stanneus Baill.
  972. Croton steenkampianus Gerstner
  973. Croton stellatoferrugineus Caruzo & Cordeiro
  974. Croton stellatopilosus H.Ohba
  975. Croton stellatorotatus Sodré & M.J.Silva
  976. Croton stellulifer Hutch.
  977. Croton stenopetalus G.L.Webster
  978. Croton stenophyllus Griseb.
  979. Croton stenosepalus Müll.Arg.
  980. Croton stigmatosus F.Muell.
  981. Croton stipulaceus Kunth
  982. Croton stipularis (Müll.Arg.) G.L.Webster
  983. Croton stipulatus Vell.
  984. Croton stockeri (Airy Shaw) Airy Shaw
  985. Croton stoechadis Baill.
  986. Croton stylosus Müll.Arg.
  987. Croton suassunae Y.Rossine & A.L.Melo
  988. Croton suaveolens Torr.
  989. Croton suavis Kunth
  990. Croton subacutus (Baill.) Müll.Arg.
  991. Croton subasperrimum Secco, P.E.Berry & Rosário
  992. Croton subcinerellus Croizat
  993. Croton subdecumbens Borhidi & O.Muñiz
  994. Croton suberosus Kunth
  995. Croton subferrugineus Müll.Arg.
  996. Croton subfragilis Müll.Arg.
  997. Croton subglaber K.Schum.
  998. Croton subjucundus Croizat
  999. Croton sublepidotus Müll.Arg.
  1000. Croton sublyratus Kurz
  1001. Croton submetallicus Baill.
  1002. Croton subpannosus Müll.Arg. ex Griseb.
  1003. Croton subsuavis Croizat
  1004. Croton subvillosus Müll.Arg.
  1005. Croton sucrensis Steyerm.
  1006. Croton sulcifructus Balf.f.
  1007. Croton sutup Lundell
  1008. Croton suyapensis Ant.Molina
  1009. Croton sylvaticus Hochst.
  1010. Croton tabascensis Lundell
  1011. Croton tacanensis Lundell
  1012. Croton talaeporos Radcl.-Sm.
  1013. Croton tanalorum Leandri
  1014. Croton tarapotensis Müll.Arg.
  1015. Croton tardeflorens Leandri
  1016. Croton tartonraira Müll.Arg.
  1017. Croton tartonrairoides Pax & K.Hoffm.
  1018. Croton tchibangensis Pellegr.
  1019. Croton tejucensis Müll.Arg.
  1020. Croton tenellus Müll.Arg.
  1021. Croton tenuicaudatus Lundell
  1022. Croton tenuicaulis B.W.van Ee & P.E.Berry
  1023. Croton tenuifolius Pax & K.Hoffm.
  1024. Croton tenuilobus S.Watson
  1025. Croton terminalis Vell.
  1026. Croton tessmannii Mansf.
  1027. Croton tetradenius Baill.
  1028. Croton texensis (Klotzsch) Müll.Arg.
  1029. Croton thermarum Müll.Arg.
  1030. Croton thoii Thin
  1031. Croton thomasii Riina & P.E.Berry
  1032. Croton thorelii Gagnep.
  1033. Croton thouarsianus Baill.
  1034. Croton thurifer Kunth
  1035. Croton thymelinus Baill.
  1036. Croton tiglium L.
  1037. Croton tiliifolius Lam.
  1038. Croton timandroides (Didr.) Müll.Arg.
  1039. Croton timotensis Pittier
  1040. Croton tocantinsensis Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  1041. Croton toliarensis B.W.van Ee & Kainul.
  1042. Croton tomentellus F.Muell.
  1043. Croton tonantinensis Jabl.
  1044. Croton tonduzii Pax
  1045. Croton touranensis Gagnep.
  1046. Croton tremulifolius Croizat
  1047. Croton triacros F.Muell.
  1048. Croton triangularis Müll.Arg.
  1049. Croton trichophilus (Pax & K.Hoffm.) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  1050. Croton trichotomus Geiseler
  1051. Croton tricolor Klotzsch ex Baill.
  1052. Croton tridentatus Mart. ex Müll.Arg.
  1053. Croton triglandulatus Vell.
  1054. Croton trigonocarpus Griseb.
  1055. Croton trinitatis Millsp.
  1056. Croton triqueter Lam.
  1057. Croton trombetensis Secco, P.E.Berry & N.A.Rosa
  1058. Croton tsiampiensis Leandri
  1059. Croton tuerckheimii Donn.Sm.
  1060. Croton tumbesinus Riina
  1061. Croton turumiquirensis Steyerm.
  1062. Croton tyndaridum Croizat
  1063. Croton uliginosus Sodré & M.J.Silva
  1064. Croton umbratilis Kunth
  1065. Croton uribei Croizat
  1066. Croton urticifolius Lam.
  1067. Croton urucurana Baill.
  1068. Croton uruguayensis Baill.
  1069. Croton ustulatus Radcl.-Sm.
  1070. Croton vaccinioides A.Rich.
  1071. Croton vaillantii Geiseler
  1072. Croton varelae V.W.Steinm.
  1073. Croton vatomandrensis Leandri
  1074. Croton vaughanii Croizat
  1075. Croton vauthierianus Baill.
  1076. Croton velame Müll.Arg.
  1077. Croton vellozianus Müll.Arg.
  1078. Croton velutinus Baill.
  1079. Croton verapazensis Donn.Sm.
  1080. Croton verbascoides G.L.Webster
  1081. Croton verbenifolius Müll.Arg.
  1082. Croton vergarenae (Jabl.) Gillespie
  1083. Croton vermoesenii De Wild.
  1084. Croton verreauxii Baill.
  1085. Croton verrucosus Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  1086. Croton versicolor Müll.Arg.
  1087. Croton verticillatus Sessé & Moc.
  1088. Croton vestitus Spreng.
  1089. Croton vidalii Airy Shaw
  1090. Croton vietnamensis Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  1091. Croton viminalis Griseb.
  1092. Croton virgultosus Müll.Arg.
  1093. Croton viridifolius J.Beyer
  1094. Croton viridulus (Croizat) Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts
  1095. Croton virletianus Müll.Arg.
  1096. Croton viroleoides P.E.Berry & Secco
  1097. Croton vogelianus Airy Shaw
  1098. Croton vulnerarius Baill.
  1099. Croton vulpinus Sessé & Moc.
  1100. Croton wagneri Müll.Arg.
  1101. Croton wallichii Müll.Arg.
  1102. Croton waltherioides Urb.
  1103. Croton wassi-kussae Croizat
  1104. Croton waterhouseae P.I.Forst.
  1105. Croton watsonii Standl.
  1106. Croton websteri M.J.Martinez Gordillo & J.Jiménez Ram.
  1107. Croton wellensii De Wild.
  1108. Croton widgrenianus Müll.Arg.
  1109. Croton wigginsii L.C.Wheeler
  1110. Croton wissmannii O.Schwartz
  1111. Croton womersleyi Airy Shaw
  1112. Croton xalapensis Kunth
  1113. Croton yanhuii Y.T.Chang
  1114. Croton yavitensis Croizat
  1115. Croton yecorensis V.W.Steinmann & Felger
  1116. Croton yerbalium Chodat & Hassl.
  1117. Croton ynesae Croizat
  1118. Croton ysabelae Croizat
  1119. Croton yucatanensis Lundell
  1120. Croton yunnanensis W.W.Sm.
  1121. Croton zambalensis Merr.
  1122. Croton zavaletae Conz. ex Rzed. & al.
  1123. Croton zeylanicus Müll.Arg.

How to care for a croton plant?

Based on my experience with my own croton, I’ve learned they can be a little fussy about watering. The key is to find the happy medium – moist soil, but not soggy. Sticking my finger in the dirt to check dryness is key. If it feels even slightly damp an inch or so down, I hold off on watering. Also, I learned the hard way that they love bright, indirect light. Mine sits right next to a south-facing window, but gets filtered light through a sheer curtain. Direct sun can scorch the leaves, so be careful! Oh, and one more thing – I wipe the leaves down with a damp cloth every now and then to keep them looking shiny and dust-free. Seems to make the plant happy too!

How to propagate croton?

Propagating my croton was actually pretty fun! I used stem cuttings. I took a healthy-looking stem, about 6 inches long, with a few sets of leaves. Made sure to cut it at an angle just below a leaf node with sharp pruners (clean cuts help prevent rot). I then dipped the cut end in rooting hormone, which I found at the local gardening store (not essential, but it can boost root growth). Then I planted the stem in a small pot with well-draining potting mix. Kept the soil moist but not soggy, and placed the pot in a warm spot with indirect light. It took a few weeks, but eventually tiny roots started to sprout! I waited until the roots were well-established before transplanting the new little croton to a bigger pot. It was so rewarding to see my own baby croton growing from a simple cutting!

Are croton plants toxic to cats?

Ugh, yes! That’s the one downside to my beautiful croton. I had no idea they were toxic to cats until a friend who’s a vet mentioned it. Apparently the sap and leaves can irritate their mouths and tummy if they chew on them, and in bad cases could be more serious. Luckily, my cat seems more interested in batting at my string of pearls than the croton, but it’s definitely something to consider. If you have a curious kitty who likes to munch on plants, a croton might not be the best choice. There are some cat-safe plants out there, like spider plants, that might be a better fit for a multi-pet household.

Why is my croton dropping leaves?

Oh no, not the leaf drop! There are a few reasons why my croton might be shedding its colorful leaves. It could be getting a little thirsty. Crotons like consistently moist soil, but not soggy. Sticking my finger in the dirt and checking for dryness at least an inch down is what works for me. If it’s dry, that might be the culprit. On the other hand, maybe I’ve been overwatering it. Droopy, yellowing leaves can be a sign of that too. Finding the right watering balance can be tricky! Also, crotons don’t like cold drafts or sudden temperature changes. Maybe I bumped it while moving furniture or forgot to close the window on a chilly night. Those could stress the plant out and make it lose some leaves. Time to check the thermostat and make sure it’s in a happy spot away from any vents or drafty windows.

Are croton plants toxic to dogs?

Absolutely, my croton is just as dangerous to curious pups as it is to felines. Those beautiful leaves and sap are toxic to our canine companions as well. If ingested, it can cause mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea. Luckily, it’s usually not fatal, but it’s definitely not pleasant for them. My friend’s dog took a nibble out of a croton leaf once, and let’s just say there were some major tummy troubles for a day or two. It was a scare, and it definitely made me extra cautious about keeping my plant out of reach. Maybe consider placing your croton on a high shelf or using a hanging planter to keep it safely away from your furry friend. There are also plenty of dog-safe plants out there, like snake plants or bromeliads, that you can add to your home without worry.

Are crotons perennials?

In warmer climates, yes, crotons can actually be grown outdoors as perennials! At least, that’s what I’ve read. Here in my apartment, though, mine is definitely a houseplant perennial. Since it gets cold here in the winter, I wouldn’t risk putting it outside. But with proper care, it can live for many years indoors, putting out new growth and keeping those beautiful leaves colorful. I think mine is going on 3 years now, and it seems happy as long as I keep up with the watering, light, and occasional wipe-down of the leaves. So, perennial outdoors in the right zones, and definitely a long-lasting indoor plant with some TLC!

Do crotons like full sun?

My croton loves bright light, but I wouldn’t say it goes for full-blown sun all day long. At least, not the afternoon sun here. Those harsh rays can scorch the leaves and make the colors dull. Mine sits near a south-facing window, but it gets filtered light through a sheer curtain. That seems to be the sweet spot – lots of light, but diffused so it’s not too intense. I’ve read that some folks have success with their crotons getting some early morning sun, but then prefer them to have some shade during the hottest part of the day. Maybe depending on your climate and the window it’s by, you could experiment a bit. Just keep an eye on the leaves – if they start to brown or curl at the edges, that might be a sign it’s getting too much direct sun. Better to err on the side of caution and give it some filtered light instead.

How often to water croton?

Watering my croton is all about finding the balance between happy and hydrated, not soggy and sad. It can be a bit tricky, but I’ve learned from some trial and error. Here’s what works for me:

  • Finger check: Sticking my finger into the soil is key. I aim for the top inch or so to feel dry to the touch before watering again. If it feels even slightly damp down there, I hold off. Overwatering is a real enemy with crotons, so it’s better to err on the side of dryness.
  • Seasonally savvy: During the summer months, when my croton is actively growing, it might need watering once a week or so. Winter is a different story though. As the days get shorter and the temperatures cooler, I cut back on watering to maybe every other week. The key is to adjust based on what the plant is telling me.
  • Leaf watch: Drooping or wilting leaves can be a sign of thirst, but be careful not to confuse that with overwatering! If the underwatering is chronic, the leaves might also start to brown at the tips. These are all my cues to check the soil moisture and adjust my watering accordingly.

Remember, every plant is an individual, and your watering needs might vary depending on the size of your croton, the pot it’s in, and the humidity levels in your home. But with some practice and attention to your plant’s signals, you should be able to find the perfect watering routine to keep your croton happy and thriving.

Does croton flower?

You might be surprised to hear this, but yes, crotons can flower! Though in my experience, they’re not exactly known for their dazzling blooms. At least, not my houseplant croton. I’ve heard that outdoors in their natural habitat, they can flower more readily, but indoors it’s a bit of a rare sight.

If my croton ever decided to grace me with flowers, they’d probably be small and clustered, and most likely a white or yellowish color. Not exactly show-stopping, but kind of interesting to see nonetheless. From what I’ve read, they appear in the upper leaf axils, which are the little crooks where the leaves meet the stem.

Honestly, though, I don’t really care if mine ever flowers. The beautiful variegated leaves are the main attraction for me. But hey, if it ever decides to surprise me with a bloom or two, I won’t complain!

How big does croton get?

The ultimate height of my croton depends on where it lives! Here’s the deal:

  • Indoor ambitions: As a houseplant, my croton won’t reach for the sky. Most crotons grown indoors stay on the cozy side, typically reaching 3 to 5 feet tall. With some pruning, I can even keep it even more compact if space is at a premium.
  • Tropical titans: Outdoors in tropical areas, though, that’s a whole different story! Croton’s true potential comes out where it’s warm and humid year-round. In those conditions, they can morph into sizable shrubs, reaching up to 10 feet tall. Imagine that – my little houseplant becoming a tropical giant!

Do croton plants like to be root bound?

In my experience, crotons are okay with being slightly root bound, but not excessively so. It’s like they like a happy medium for their roots as well!

Here’s what I’ve observed:

  • Cozy comfort: When my croton’s roots have filled out the pot comfortably, it seems to encourage new growth on the top. It might even put out a flower or two (though those are rare for indoor plants). Maybe a little root snugness helps it focus its energy upwards.
  • Too tight trouble: However, if the roots become excessively crammed in the pot, things can go south. The plant might start to look stunted, with new growth slowing down or stopping altogether. I might also notice the leaves losing their vibrant colors or even dropping off. That’s a sign it’s time to give my croton a bigger pot with fresh soil.

So, to answer your question, crotons can tolerate being root-bound to a certain extent. But it’s important to be watchful for signs of stress and repot when necessary to keep them happy and thriving. Nobody likes feeling cramped, not even a plant!

What plants look good with crotons?

Since our crotons are known for their dramatic foliage and pops of color, let’s think about plants that can complement them in different ways:

  1. Textural Contrast: Ferns are a great choice here. Their soft, feathery fronds add a lovely textural contrast to the croton’s bold leaves. Spider plants are another option, with their cascading greenery softening the look.
  2. Color Play: For an analogous color scheme, try pairing your croton with plants that have similar color tones in their leaves. For example, a Chinese evergreen with burgundy foliage would pick up on the deeper reds sometimes seen in crotons. On the other hand, if you want a complementary pop, try a golden pothos with its bright green leaves.
  3. Similar Light Needs: Remember, happy plants are beautiful plants! So it’s important to choose companions that share similar light requirements. Snake plants, with their architectural form, and Dracaena marginata, with its upright growth habit, are both low-light lovers like crotons.
  4. Trailing Beauties: Hanging plants can add another dimension to your croton display. A purple heart plant, with its cascading deep burgundy foliage, would complement the croton’s colors beautifully. String of pearls, with its delicate, bead-like leaves, adds a whimsical touch.

Ultimately, the best way to choose plants that look good with your croton is to consider the overall look you’re going for in your space. Experiment, have fun, and see what combinations catch your eye!

How to revive a dead croton plant?

It can be heartbreaking to see a once-vibrant croton looking droopy and lifeless. But don’t give up just yet! Depending on how far gone it is, there might still be hope for reviving your croton friend. Here are some steps you can take:

  • Hydration Hero: Check the soil moisture first. Sometimes a seemingly dead croton is just thirsty. Stick your finger an inch or so down into the soil. If it feels dry, give your croton a good soak until water runs out the drainage holes. Let it completely drain before placing it back in its pot. Overwatering can also lead to a decline, so avoid that soggy soil situation.
  • Lighten Up: Crotons love light, but not always super harsh direct sun. Check the placement of your plant. If it’s getting blasted by afternoon sun, that could be the culprit. Move it to a spot with bright, indirect light. East or north-facing windows are ideal.
  • Pruning Power: If some stems are completely brown and lifeless, prune them off with sharp, clean shears. This allows the plant to focus its energy on healthier parts. You can also try pruning back leggy or damaged branches to encourage new growth.
  • Root Check Rescue: If the above steps don’t bring your croton back from the brink, it might be time for a root inspection. Gently remove the plant from its pot and check the roots. Mushy, brown roots indicate rot, likely from overwatering. You can try to salvage the situation by removing the rotten roots and repotting the plant in fresh, well-draining soil.
  • Warmth Matters: Crotons don’t like cold drafts or sudden temperature changes. Make sure it’s in a consistently warm spot away from vents, doors, or leaky windows.

Remember, revival is a process, so be patient! If your croton shows some signs of life after trying these steps, keep providing proper care and it might just surprise you with new growth. If it’s a very sad case, though, it might be time to say goodbye and start fresh with a new croton plant.

Will croton leaves grow back?

No, the individual croton leaves that have fallen off won’t magically grow back on the same stem. But that doesn’t mean all hope is lost for your colorful foliage friend! Here’s the deal:

  • Scar Tissue Story: Where the leaf used to be, there’s a little scar on the stem. This is where new growth might sprout from, but it won’t be the same exact leaf.
  • New Branching Out: With proper care, your croton might surprise you by putting out new growth from these little bumpies, or nodes, on the stem. These new shoots will eventually develop into fresh leaves, giving your plant a fuller look.
  • Snip, Snip, Sprout: If you’re impatient for more leaves, you can try propagating your croton! Take a healthy stem cutting with a few nodes and some leaves. Root it in water or moist soil, and with some TLC, it’ll grow into a whole new croton plant with plenty of leaves.

So, while the exact leaves you lose won’t return, your croton has the potential to bounce back with beautiful new growth with proper care.

Are croton plants deer resistant?

You bet! Crotons are generally considered deer resistant. Those beautiful but slightly toxic leaves seem to be a turn-off for our browsing friends. At least, that’s been my experience (and what I’ve read online).

There are always exceptions, of course. If deer are desperate for food in the winter months, they might nibble on just about anything. But for the most part, crotons with their interesting foliage and potentially irritating sap don’t rank high on a deer’s buffet list.

So if you’re looking for a colorful plant that won’t get munched by deer, a croton might be a perfect choice for your garden. Just remember, they’re not fans of super cold weather, so in harsher climates, they might be happier as container plants that you can bring indoors during the winter.

Can crotons grow outside?

Absolutely! But it depends on where you live. Crotons are happiest in warm, humid climates year-round. They thrive as outdoor plants in USDA growing zones 9-11 [1]. These zones encompass areas in the southern United States with mild winters where temperatures rarely dip below freezing.

If you’re not in those zones, don’t despair! You can still enjoy crotons as houseplants, or you can bring them outdoors during the warmer months and treat them like temporary patio plants. Just be sure to bring them back inside before the first frost.

Can crotons survive winter?

It depends! Crotons are definitely not fans of cold weather. Here’s the breakdown:

  • Tropical at Heart: These guys are native to the warm, humid tropics, so freezing temperatures are a big no-no. They can’t survive a hard frost, let alone an extended winter freeze.
  • Zone Check: If you live in USDA growing zones 9-11, which are basically the southernmost parts of the US with mild winters, then crotons can potentially survive outdoors year-round.
  • Container Caution: Even in warmer zones, some gardeners prefer to keep their crotons in containers. This allows them to bring the plants indoors during cold snaps for extra protection.
  • Houseplant Hero: For most folks living in areas with colder winters, crotons make fantastic houseplants. They bring a burst of color and foliage interest indoors. With proper care, they can thrive for many years.

So, while surviving winter outdoors really depends on your climate, crotons can definitely add a touch of the tropics to your life, no matter where you live.

Can crotons take full sun?

Crotons can tolerate full sun, but with some important caveats:

  • Morning Sun is Best: Early morning sun exposure can be beneficial for your croton, giving it a good dose of light to start the day. However, avoid harsh afternoon sun, especially in hot climates.
  • Intensity Matters: The intensity of sunlight matters a lot. Crotons native to tropical rainforests are accustomed to filtered sunlight through the tree canopy. Direct afternoon sun, especially in very hot and dry regions, can scorch the leaves and dull the vibrant colors.
  • Location, Location, Location: Consider the placement of your croton. A south-facing window might be too much, especially in the afternoon. East or north-facing windows with more diffused light are ideal. If your croton is outdoors, provide some shade during the hottest part of the day, especially if you live in a warm climate.
  • Leaf Watch: Keep an eye on your croton’s leaves. If they start to brown or curl at the edges, that’s a sign it’s getting too much sun. Move it to a shadier spot or use a sheer curtain to diffuse the light.

Ultimately, the key is finding the right balance for your specific croton. Some experimentation and observing how your plant reacts to different light conditions might be necessary. But remember, when in doubt, err on the side of caution and provide more filtered light to avoid sun damage.

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