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Codiaeum variegatum (v)

croton

Other common names

Joseph's coat
South Sea laurel

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Botanical details

Family: Euphorbiaceae
Native to GB / Ireland: No
Genus: Codiaeum
Genus description: Codiaeum are evergreen shrubs, trees and perennials with large, leathery, often variegated, leaves. Sprays of tiny white or yellow, star-shaped flowers may appear in summer
Name status: Correct

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