Codiaeum variegatum var. pictum Aucubaefolia - Croton

The Croton Aucubaefolia or Codiaeum variegatum var. pictum 'Aucubaefolia' is a popular houseplant prized for its decorative green foliage speckled with yellow, reminiscent of the Aucuba. Native to tropical regions, this plant adds an exotic and colourful touch to your home. An ideal variety to brighten up a living room or office!

Belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family, the Croton 'Aucubaefolia' originates from Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. In its natural habitat, it can reach up to 3 m in height, but indoors its size is generally limited to around 60-80 cm. Its habit is upright, with woody stems supporting alternate, leathery, elliptical to oblong, and glossy leaves measuring between 5 and 30 cm in length, and displaying a green coloration dotted with yellow spots, characteristic of the 'Aucubaefolia' cultivar. Flowering, though rare indoors, appears as small star-shaped yellow flowers grouped in clusters.

For optimal growth, the Croton requires bright, indirect light, high ambient humidity, and an ideal temperature between 18 and 25 °C. It thrives particularly well in bright rooms such as the living room or conservatory, where humidity and light levels are adequate.

The Croton 'Aucubaefolia' is perfect for adding a splash of colour and texture to your décor. It pairs well with the Dumb Cane (Dieffenbachia seguine), the Ctenanthe oppenheimiana, the Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura), and the Rubber Plant, for example. These combinations will create a lush and exotic display. Group these plants in areas with indirect light and high ambient humidity to ensure they flourish.