{"product_id":"croton-petra-10-bag","title":"Croton Petra - 10\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eCroton Petra (Codiaeum variegatum 'Petra') is a striking ornamental foliage plant prized for its large, glossy, leathery leaves brilliantly veined and splashed in green, yellow, orange and red. A popular indoor and outdoor decorative shrub, it brings bold tropical colour to homes, balconies and gardens. The more light it receives, the more vivid its variegation becomes. Croton Petra prefers warm temperatures, bright filtered light and consistent moisture with good drainage, thriving in India's tropical and subtropical climate. While easy to display, it dislikes sudden changes and cold drafts, which can cause leaf drop. Its sap is irritant, so handle with care.\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\u003eSoutheast Asia and Pacific Islands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1.8 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6-1 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge, glossy, multicoloured variegated leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsignificant cream-white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely notable\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\u003eBright filtered light; some direct sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, well-drained, organic potting mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-32C; protect from cold\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 feed in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrim to shape; pinch for bushiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years in spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem cuttings; air layering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpider mites, mealybugs, scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic sap; irritant to people and pets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown purely as an ornamental for its vivid colourful foliage in pots, indoor displays, hedges and garden borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive Croton Petra bright light, even warmth and steady moisture for the most vivid colours; avoid cold drafts and sudden moves, which cause leaf drop, and mist in dry indoor air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Croton Petra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, watering when the top 2-3 cm feels dry; avoid both drying out and waterlogging, as either can trigger leaf drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sunlight does Croton Petra need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs bright filtered light with some gentle direct sun; the brighter the light, the more vivid the leaf colours become.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Croton Petra safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Croton is toxic to dogs, cats and humans, and its milky sap can irritate skin, so keep it away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Croton Petra need repotting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, repot every 1-2 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Croton Petra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake stem-tip cuttings, let the cut sap dry briefly, then root them in moist soil with warmth and humidity; air layering also works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Croton dropping leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaf drop is usually caused by cold drafts, sudden location changes, or inconsistent watering. Keep it warm, stable, and evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves losing colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDull, greenish leaves mean insufficient light. Move it to a brighter spot for the bold red, orange and yellow variegation to return.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Croton Petra indoors or outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth. It is a popular bright-light houseplant and also thrives outdoors in warm, frost-free gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Croton Petra toxic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. All parts are toxic if eaten and the sap is a skin and eye irritant, so handle with care and wash hands after pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer is best for Croton Petra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every few weeks during the warm growing season to support colourful, healthy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256099307766,"sku":"PLT-CROTONPETRA-B10-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/qFgMUeaRNvaFX4D6RDNUvlvAcXCt9OaMXr5DG2AZ.png?v=1783920949","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/croton-petra-10-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}