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Croton pseudopulchellus

by Johan Wentzel

Croton pseudopulchellus
Common Name
Small lavender croton
Plant Type
Shrub
The bicoloured leaves and compact appearance of Croton pseudopulchellus make it an attractive choice for the smaller garden.
Plant Description

Croton pseudopulchellus is  perennial shrub with grey bark; the  branchlets are reddish brown and covered with hairy scales. The flowers are in compact heads at the ends of branches.  The fruit  capsule splits open when ripe and is  covered with yellow-grey hairy scales.

The bicoloured leaves and compact appearance of Croton pseudopulchellus make it an attractive choice for the smaller garden. Protect from frost when young and plant in a well-drained soil.

Afrikaanse Naam
Sandkoorsbessie
Hardiness
Semi hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Moderate
Flowering Time
Spring
Flower Colour
White
Shape
Upright
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
2m
Region
Limpopo
Habitat
Savannah
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes

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