Lindheimer's Croton (Croton Lindheimeri) is a annual herb in the Euphorbiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Croton lindheimeri is an annual herbaceous plant known for its distinctive lance-shaped leaves with a woolly or tomentose texture when young, later becoming smoother. It is native to parts of the southern United States and thrives in prairies and roadsides.

Lindheimer's Croton

Lindheimer's Croton

Croton Lindheimeri

Croton lindheimeri is an annual herbaceous plant known for its distinctive lance-shaped leaves with a woolly or tomentose texture when young, later becoming smoother. It is native to parts of the southern United States and thrives in prairies and roadsides.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lindheimer's Croton

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Euphorbiaceae
Genus:Croton