{"product_id":"copper-leaf-croton-5-pot","title":"Copper Leaf Croton - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eCopper Leaf Croton (Acalypha) is a fast-growing ornamental foliage shrub grown for its strikingly coloured leaves in shades of copper, bronze, red, green and cream. Unlike true crotons, its appeal lies entirely in the boldly patterned, often serrated foliage rather than flowers. It makes an excellent informal hedge, border or container specimen and responds well to regular trimming, which intensifies leaf colour. Native to tropical regions, it loves warmth, bright light and humidity, performing superbly across most of India. Easy to grow and quick to fill space, it adds year-round colour and contrast to gardens and landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuphorbiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical Pacific and Southeast Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2.5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, coppery-red to variegated, serrated leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsignificant reddish catkins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYear-round (foliage plant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to bright partial shade for best colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFertile, well-drained loamy soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-35°C; protect from frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced NPK monthly in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrim regularly to shape and boost colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot containers every 1-2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftwood or semi-hardwood stem cuttings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, aphids and spider mites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSap can irritate skin; mildly toxic if eaten\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePopular for colourful hedges, borders, mass plantings and container displays. Its bright foliage provides year-round contrast in landscapes and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow in bright light for the richest copper tones; in Indian summers maintain steady moisture and trim every few weeks to keep the shrub bushy and intensely coloured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Copper Leaf Croton?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially in summer. Avoid letting it dry out completely or sit in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sunlight does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs full sun to bright partial shade for the best leaf colour; too much shade makes foliage dull and green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeing a Euphorbiaceae member, its sap can irritate and it is mildly toxic if eaten, so keep curious pets away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need repotting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn containers, repot every 1-2 years into fresh fertile soil and a slightly larger pot to support fast growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt roots easily from softwood or semi-hardwood stem cuttings taken during the warm growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves dropping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaf drop is often due to cold, drought stress, sudden light changes or overwatering. Maintain warmth and steady moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt produces small, insignificant reddish catkins; it is grown for its colourful foliage rather than its flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can grow indoors in a very bright spot, but colour and bushiness are far better outdoors in good light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the plant toxic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe milky sap can irritate skin and eyes and it is mildly toxic if ingested, so handle with care and wash hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced NPK fertilizer monthly during active growth to keep foliage lush and richly coloured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256094425334,"sku":"PLT-COPPERLEAFCR-P05-NA","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-g-plant-acalypha-wilkesiana-copperleaf-plant-in-5-inch-13-cm-grower-round-plastic-black-pot_00bd23f1-788f-4d6f-aad9-1dcd7b0be79c-182780.jpg?v=1783920875","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/copper-leaf-croton-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}