Common
name: "Banana Croton"
Latin name: Codiaeum species
Native
to: Man made.
Growth habit: An upright plant usually not over
36" in height or 24" in width.
Flowers: No
Temps: Normal indoor temps, but keep the plant warm.
Humidity: Not critical. Pests: Watch for spider mites.
Lighting:
Pictured
Houseplant:
3" Croton Banana
Cultural
information: Croton "Banana" can usually be
found in dish gardens or foliage combination pots. They require
bright light to maintain their coloration. In low light the plant
will simply turn green. All crotons dislike cold water and cold
drafts. Chilling will cause the plant to drop lower foliage. Water
sparingly with tepid water. Feed with Peter's plant food while the
plant is actively growing. Propagation by stem cutting is
difficult.
These plants are usually found in small 3 or 4 inch containers,
occasionally they can be found in 6 and 8 inch pots.
