{"product_id":"croton-sunny-star-12cm-30cm","title":"Croton Sunny Star (Codiaeum) - H30 cm | Pot Ø12 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"croton-sunny-star\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌈 Spectacular multicolored foliage • 🎨 Yellow, orange, red, and green on every leaf • ☀️ Bright light • 💧 Regular watering • 🌿 Every leaf is unique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCodiaeum variegatum 'Sunny Star'\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eCroton\u003c\/em\u003e, is a tropical plant native to the bright forests of Southeast Asia and Oceania. Its leathery, glossy leaves combine golden yellow, vivid orange, flamboyant red, and deep green — a botanical fireworks display in which each leaf bears a unique pattern. The colors evolve as the plant matures: young leaves are often more yellow, gradually turning red as they age. H30 cm | Pot Ø12 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eA reliable choice among \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-tropicales\"\u003etropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE CROTON CHOISIR ? --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-croton\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Croton variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Codiaeum genus comes in a wide variety of leaf shapes and color combinations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCroton 'Sunny Star'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — broad, multicolored leaves, compact size H30 cm, dense and bushy growth. Ideal for offices and small spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/codiaeum-petra-croton-colore\"\u003eCroton 'Petra'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — broad, oval leaves in vivid colors, medium size. The most classic.\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 — wavy, lobed leaves, medium size. The most graphic.\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 — slender, elongated leaves and an upright growth habit. The most elegant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/croton-dreadlock-19cm-70cm\"\u003eCroton 'Dreadlock'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — slender, cascading dreadlock-like leaves, XXL size H70 cm. The most spectacular.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/codiaeum-magnificent-27cm-110cm\"\u003eCodiaeum 'Magnificent'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — large size H110 cm, imposing foliage. The most majestic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026amp; placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light to gentle sun — the more intense the light, the brighter the colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e shade or partial shade, which makes the leaves turn green, and scorching midday sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–27 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-80% recommended - mist regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability:\u003c\/strong\u003e avoid frequent moves - Croton is sensitive to changes in its environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIf new leaves emerge mostly green, this is a sign of insufficient light - move the plant closer to a window. Its ideal location depends on the balance between \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/lumiere-et-humidite-trouver-le-bon-equilibre\"\u003elight and humidity\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular - keep the substrate slightly moist without saturating it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 times a week in spring and summer, reduced in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e a pot with drainage holes is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e mist the foliage regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e diluted fertilizer for green plants, every 2-4 weeks in spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/arrosage-des-plantes-dinterieur-le-guide-complet-pour-ne-plus-jamais-sur-arroser\"\u003ewatering\u003c\/a\u003e frequency varies with the season: more frequent in summer, much less often in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts warm, intense colors create an energizing botanical accent - a plant that instantly warms up any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor contrast:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with plants featuring solid green foliage - \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/monstera-deliciosa-plante-a-trous-faux-philodendron-swiss-cheese-plant\"\u003eMonstera deliciosa\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-lyrata-ramifie-figuier-lyre-dinterieur\"\u003eFicus lyrata\u003c\/a\u003e - so its colors stand out to maximum effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAt the office:\u003c\/strong\u003e its compact size and vibrant colors make it an ideal plant for a bright desk - energizing without taking over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e matte white, black, or terracotta ceramic — neutral tones make the warm colors stand out without competing with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eTurn the pot a quarter turn every 2-3 weeks for even growth and uniform colors on all sides. Other Crotons complement the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/creer-une-jungle-d-interieur\"\u003eindoor jungle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not move it too often\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Croton may lose leaves with every change of environment. Choose its permanent location from the start and avoid drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright light = intense colors\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the absolute rule for Crotons. A dark location produces dull green foliage. Move it closer to a window as soon as the colors fade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepot every 2-3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e — in spring, in a rich, well-draining substrate. Repotting in spring is sufficient, using a pot only slightly larger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\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 'Sunny Star'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Croton\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\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 60–90 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light to gentle sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular — keep the substrate slightly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e high humidity recommended (60-80%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic (irritating latex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical \/ Colorful \/ Exotic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e multicolored yellow-orange-red-green foliage, each leaf unique, colors evolving with maturity\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 and distribution of the colors naturally vary depending on light levels and maturity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56709163352329,"sku":"9651","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/croton-sunny-star-codiaeum-o12-cm-h30-cm-verdeia-5486278.jpg?v=1774458220","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/croton-sunny-star-codiaeum-12cm-30cm","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}