Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
peltatum
ID:
905614

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) P.S.Green

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41: 1026 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904949



Common Names

  • Peltatum Codiaeum
  • Peltatum Croton
  • Peltatum Garden Croton


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Description

Codiaeum peltatum (also called Croton, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to Asia and Australia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall and has glossy, leathery leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Codiaeum peltatum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Codiaeum peltatum has bright yellow, orange, or red flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codiaeum peltatum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Codiaeum peltatum

Codiaeum peltatum can be found in tropical forests in the Philippines.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-44769: Based on the initial data import
Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.
Peter Shaw Green (1920-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Green' in the authors string.