Codiaeum variegatum 'Strip Light' (Strip Light Croton)
Botanical Information
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Codiaeum |
| Species | variegatum |
| Cultivar | 'Strip Light' |
| Category | Tropicals, Woody |
| Type | Tree (evergreen) |
| Origin | Horticultural origin for the cultivar with the species native to Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 15 - 26 °C |
| Temperature (°F) | 60 - 80 °F |
| Height | 3 m |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright. |
| Propagation | Root or stem cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Prefers rich soil, and fast draining. |
| Pests | Mealy bugs, caterpillars, spider mites or scale insects. |
| Notable Specimens | Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Twisted, multi-hued, thick, leathery leaves , with a shiny surface in a variety of colours. |
| Flower Description | Has both male and female flowers which are red, orange, and yellow in colour. |
Photographs
Codiaeum variegatum 'Strip Light', form. Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Codiaeum variegatum 'Strip Light', leaf. Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.