Codiaeum variegatum Petra

Common Name:
Croton 'Petra'

Description:
Codiaeum variegatum 'Petra', commonly known as Croton 'Petra', is a bold and vibrant tropical shrub adored for its leathery, glossy leaves in a kaleidoscope of colours including green, gold, orange, red, and deep burgundy. Each leaf is uniquely veined and splashed with colour, offering dramatic visual interest year-round. This variety brings a vivid, tropical aesthetic to both indoor and sheltered outdoor spaces in Melbourne. 'Petra' thrives in bright, indirect light indoors, or in a protected outdoor spot with filtered sunlight. The more light it receives, the more intense its colouring becomes. It prefers a warm position with moderate humidity and well-draining soil. Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. While Crotons are more demanding than some houseplants, the striking foliage more than repays the attention, making 'Petra' a popular choice for statement pots and colourful indoor displays.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

• Indoors / Well lit

Mature Size:

• Height: 90–120 cm

• Width: 60–90 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun (outdoors in a protected spot)

• Part Shade

• Indoors / Well lit

Flowering:

• Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Suitable for Indoors

• Bold Foliage

• Evergreen

• Perennial

Toxicity:
Toxic to humans and pets if ingested. The sap can also cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Companion Plants:

• Dieffenbachia 'Camille'

• Ficus elastica 'Ruby'

• Cordyline fruticosa

• Aglaonema 'Siam Aurora'

• Dracaena marginata