{"product_id":"croton-zanzibar-5-pot","title":"Croton Zanzibar - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eCroton Zanzibar (Codiaeum variegatum 'Zanzibar') is a distinctive croton with very narrow, ribbon-like leaves that arch and cascade, giving the plant a soft, grassy texture. The slender foliage is streaked in green, gold, orange and red, creating a fountain of colour that contrasts beautifully with broad-leaved plants. Its fine form makes it a favourite for accent pots, balconies and tropical garden beds in India. Zanzibar needs bright light to keep its colours vivid and prefers warm, humid conditions with steady moisture. Like other crotons it resents cold draughts and sudden environmental change, but settles into a striking, full clump with consistent 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\u003eIndonesia, Malaysia, Pacific islands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75-120 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-90 cm\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\u003eNarrow ribbon-like leaves striped green, yellow, red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCream-white (insignificant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely flowers indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical, 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 light; some morning sun intensifies colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep evenly moist; water when top 2-3 cm dries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, well-draining potting mix with compost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-32 C; avoid below 12 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers 50-70%; mist in dry weather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced liquid feed 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 to shape; remove damaged ribbons\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 when root-bound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem cuttings in warm, humid conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for mealybugs, spider mites, scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic to pets and humans; sap irritates skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed as a fine-textured accent plant for containers, balconies and tropical garden beds, and indoors in bright spots. Its grassy form contrasts well with broad-leaved foliage plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India give Zanzibar bright filtered light with gentle morning sun for vivid stripes, and shelter it from harsh afternoon sun and cold draughts. Keep humidity high in dry seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Croton Zanzibar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the top 2-3 cm of soil dries, keeping the mix evenly moist. The narrow leaves show stress quickly if it dries out fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright light with a little morning sun keeps the ribbon leaves brightly striped. Low light makes colours fade to plain green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Croton Zanzibar safe around pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is toxic to pets and humans if chewed, and the sap irritates skin. Keep it away from animals and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every 1-2 years in spring when root-bound, into the next pot size with fresh well-draining mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Zanzibar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake 10-15 cm stem-tip cuttings and root them in warm, humid conditions with rooting hormone and bright indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the thin leaves brown at the tips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow humidity, dry soil or salt build-up cause tip browning. Raise humidity, water more evenly and flush the pot occasionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Croton Zanzibar flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may produce small insignificant cream flowers, but it is grown for its colourful foliage and rarely blooms indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in a bright spot indoors, and also outdoors in bright, frost-free positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the sap harmful?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the milky sap can irritate skin and eyes. Use gloves when pruning and wash hands afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I fertilize it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season and ease off in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256100225270,"sku":"PLT-CROTONZANZIB-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-croton-plant-codiaeum-variegatum-zanzibar-plant-951932.jpg?v=1783920970","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/croton-zanzibar-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}