List of Croton Species

Irregularis Croton

• The 'Irregularis' croton is known for its bushy form and long, slender, waxy green leaves. The leaves often display a contrasting green spread of veins or splotches of color stretching down their length. 'Irregularis' crotons have the look of a fern without the shedding of leaves.

Mona Lisa Croton

• The 'Mona Lisa' croton is an artistic croton variety featuring wide leaves that are golden yellow accented by deep evergreen. They are used when a landscaper wants to create a dramatic effect in a yard or landscaping scheme. These plants make excellent ground cover and provide shade. They also can be potted to be given as a gift.

Mosaic Croton

• The 'Mosaic croton' plant looks like a large blooming flower with its wide, long leaves extending on all sides. The leaves are mostly yellow and tinged with evergreen and red -- giving the appearance of a mosaic of colors extending across the plant.

Crispum Croton

• The 'Crispum' croton is known for its red, orange and green hues. It works especially well when you need a plant to fill up a large area. Because the 'Crispum' croton is full and bushy and has flowing leaves, it can take up a large amount of space.

Petra Croton

• The "Petra' croton is a hybrid cultivated by growers and is commonly known as autumn plant. It can reach about 5 feet in height after growing for several years. It features the typical croton colors of green, yellow, orange and red hues, and it enjoys humid weather.