{"product_id":"croton-dreadlock-19cm-70cm","title":"Croton Dreadlock (Codiaeum) - H70 cm | Pot Ø19 cm","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-content verdeia-product\" id=\"croton-dreadlock-19x70\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌈 Spectacular multicolored foliage in green, yellow, orange, and red • 🌿 Thin drooping leaves • ☀️ Bright light essential • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H70 cm | Pot Ø19 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCodiaeum variegatum 'Dreadlock'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also called \u003cem\u003eCroton Dreadlock\u003c\/em\u003e, is a tropical plant with absolutely spectacular multicolored foliage native to the \u003cstrong\u003etropical forests of Southeast Asia and Oceania\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its thin, narrow, drooping leaves display a fiery mix of green, yellow, orange, and red that changes with light and seasons — a living painting in constant flux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eA true statement plant, its colors intensify with light. Discover it in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/croton\"\u003eCroton collection\u003c\/a\u003e and in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-tropicales\"\u003etropical selection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE CROTON CHOISIR ? --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"comparatif-croton\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-comparatif\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"heading-comparatif\"\u003eWhich Croton variety to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genus Codiaeum offers several varieties with distinct foliage — here are the varieties available in our catalog:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCroton 'Dreadlock'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — thin, drooping leaves, multicolor palette, H70 cm | Pot Ø19 cm. The most original and exotic shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/croton-wilma-17cm-60cm\"\u003eCroton 'Wilma'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — elongated wavy leaves with bright colors, H60 cm | Pot Ø17 cm. The graphic and colorful version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/croton-mammi-codiaeum-17cm-60cm\"\u003eCroton 'Mammi'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — thin, curved leaves with intense colors, H60 cm | Pot Ø17 cm. The version with a unique texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/codiaeum-petra-croton-colorido\"\u003eCroton 'Petra'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — broad oval leaves with classic bright colors. The most popular and accessible version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/croton-sunny-star-12cm-30cm\"\u003eCroton 'Sunny Star'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine star-shaped leaves, compact size H30 cm | Pot Ø12 cm. The colorful mini version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/codiaeum-magnifico-27cm-110cm\"\u003eCroton 'Magnificent'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — spectacular broad leaves with intense colors, H110 cm | Pot Ø27 cm. The XXL statement version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose the Dreadlock?\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s the variety with the most original shape — its thin, drooping leaves resemble plant dreadlocks, a unique texture in the Croton world. Ideal if you want a truly standout plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-exposition\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"heading-exposition\"\u003eExposure \u0026 location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Croton Dreadlock requires a lot of light — it’s a sine qua non condition. Without bright light, the colors fade and the leaves fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright to very bright light essential — tolerates a few hours of direct sun in the morning or late afternoon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright living room, veranda, sunlit office, near a south, east, or west-facing window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 26 °C — sensitive to cold and temperatures below 15 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, light, and well-drained — universal potting soil with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe more light your Croton receives, the more intense its colors — green shifts to orange then red with exposure. In a too dark spot, it stays pale green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-arrosage\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"heading-arrosage\"\u003eWatering \u0026 care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Croton Dreadlock prefers a slightly moist substrate and high ambient humidity. It dislikes sudden environmental changes — stability, consistent light, and humidity are key. Check our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/riego-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-no-volver-a-regar-demasiado\"\u003ewatering guide\u003c\/a\u003e for best practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — keep the substrate slightly moist, let the top 2 to 3 cm dry out between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 times per week in summer, every 10 to 15 days in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e use room temperature, filtered or rested water for 24 hours — Croton is sensitive to lime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers 60 to 80% — mist regularly or place on a tray of moist clay pebbles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid fertilizer for green plants diluted by half every 2 weeks in spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eUpon delivery or during transport, slight leaf drop is normal — the Croton acclimates gradually. Allow 2 to 3 weeks in its final spot before assessing its condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"associations-deco\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-associations\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"heading-associations\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts multicolored foliage is already a composition in itself — combine it sparingly to avoid visual overload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn combination:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-elastica-robusta\"\u003eFicus elastica Robusta\u003c\/a\u003e or a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zamioculcas-planta-zz-1\"\u003eZamioculcas\u003c\/a\u003e — their uniform dark green foliage highlights the Croton’s colors by contrast. Find more ideas in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/combinar-plantas-ambiente-tropical\"\u003etropical plant pairing guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maceta-capi-nature-groove-topo\"\u003eCapi Nature Groove taupe pot\u003c\/a\u003e — its neutral natural shade highlights the multicolored foliage without competing with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAtmosphere:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfect as a statement plant alone in a bright corner — give it space so its drooping leaves can fully express themselves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"tips\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-tips\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"heading-tips\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability is key\u003c\/strong\u003e — Croton hates sudden changes in environment, drafts, and frequent moves. Choose its permanent location once and for all, ideally near a bright window, and do not move it again. Each move causes leaf drop, sometimes significant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors are the barometer of its health\u003c\/strong\u003e — leaves turning green and losing their orange and red colors indicate a lack of light. Brown tips indicate air that is too dry or water that is too hard. Massive leaf drop signals thermal shock, drafts, or improper watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear gloves when pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e — like all Euphorbiaceae, Croton produces an irritating white latex when a stem is cut. This latex can cause skin irritation and is toxic if ingested — always handle with gloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxic to pets\u003c\/strong\u003e — the latex contained in all parts of the plant is irritating and toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it out of reach of animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\" aria-labelledby=\"heading-caracteristiques\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"heading-caracteristiques\"\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCodiaeum variegatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Dreadlock'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Croton, Codiaeum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Euphorbiaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical forests of Southeast Asia and Oceania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 100–120 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright to very bright light required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, substrate slightly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 to 80%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic (irritating latex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical \/ Colorful \/ Statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeature:\u003c\/strong\u003e unique multicolored thin drooping leaves, colors that change with the light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of colors and the shape of the leaves naturally vary depending on the light and season.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56666012942601,"sku":"53965","price":59.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/croton-dreadlock-o19-cm-h70-cm-verdeia-6783483.jpg?v=1774517020","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/croton-dreadlock-19-cm-70-cm-3","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}