Croton

Codiaeum variegatum

Toxic to petsdemanding to keep
Croton
Light
bright light with several hours of direct sun; the color washes out to plain green without it
Water
keep evenly moist; it sulks and drops leaves if it dries out, gets a cold draft, or is moved
Toxicity
toxic to pets and people. Not on the ASPCA list; Pet Poison Helpline says eating it causes drooling, vomiting and diarrhea, and the sap can irritate skin. NC State Extension lists it as poisonous to people (diterpene esters, low severity) and a cause of skin rash on repeated contact

Toxicity confirmed against Pet Poison Helpline; NC State Extension Plant Toolbox.

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