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The leaves are long, narrow, and slightly twisted, displaying bold marbling, streaking, or splashes of cream, yellow, and green. Some may even show tinges of orange or blush pink under strong light. This combination of colour and form gives Codiaeum eburneum variegata a truly tropical, living-art appearance.
Compact yet bushy, this cultivar makes an excellent statement plant for bright interiors, conservatories, or sheltered patios during summer. Its elegant variegation and sculptural habit bring structure and colour wherever its placed.
Requires bright, indirect light to maintain strong variegation and vibrant leaf colour. Can tolerate some morning or late-afternoon sun but avoid harsh midday rays, which can scorch the foliage.
Water when the top 23 cm of soil feels dry. Keep the soil evenly moist during the growing season but never soggy. In winter, reduce watering slightly while ensuring the root ball does not dry out completely.
Temperature: Thrives in warmth, ideally 1828C. Keep away from draughts and cold below 15C.
Humidity: High humidity (6080%) helps prevent leaf drop and crisping. Mist regularly or use a humidifier, especially in heated indoor environments.
Use a well-draining, peat-free houseplant compost with added perlite or grit for aeration. Repot every 12 years in spring to refresh soil and encourage healthy root growth.
Feed every 46 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Stop feeding in autumn and winter.
Trim back leggy stems to maintain shape and encourage bushiness. Remove any yellowing or damaged leaves. Clean leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to enhance their natural sheen.
A moderately fast-growing, upright plant that can reach 6090 cm indoors. When happy, it forms a full, bushy specimen with rich, consistent variegation.
Leaf drop: Often due to sudden temperature changes, low humidity, or relocation shock.
Faded variegation: Insufficient light.
Yellowing leaves: Overwatering or poor drainage.
Pests: Occasionally spider mites, thrips, or mealybugs.
Crotons (Codiaeum variegatum) are renowned for their dazzling foliage and are a staple in tropical horticulture. The eburneum variegata form is more refined and subdued in colour than some crotons, offering a sophisticated mix of cream and green tones that complement modern interiors. It adds year-round colour and is relatively easy to maintain with proper light and humidity.
Quick Care Summary
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates gentle sun
Water: Keep lightly moist; avoid soggy soil
Temperature: 1828C; protect below 15C
Humidity: High (6080%); mist regularly
Soil: Free-draining, peat-free compost
Feed: Every 46 weeks in spring/summer
Growth: Upright bush, 6090 cm; long leaves variegated in cream, green, yellow, and pink tones
