Codiaeum 'Stoplight'
Codiaeum 'Stoplight'
Codiaeum 'Stoplight'
Codiaeum 'Stoplight' is a striking and showy selection featuring narrow, spear-like foliage that is boldly colorful, displaying vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow on a compact, attractive shrubby plant. This tropical beauty thrives best when placed in full sun or part shade, as these lighting conditions help it develop its brightest and most vivid colors. The plant prefers to dry out slightly between waterings, which helps prevent overwatering and encourages strong, healthy growth. Additionally, regular feeding throughout the growing season supports its vigorous development and maintains its richly vibrant foliage, making it a standout addition to any garden or indoor collection.
Grows as a shrub reaching up to six feet in height and can be cultivated in either full sun or shade, though it performs best with plenty of heat. While it can tolerate temperatures down to the low 40s Fahrenheit, it thrives particularly well in warm climates such as Hawaii, Southern California, and Florida. The plant flourishes in bright light combined with high humidity, showing excellent adaptability to a wide range of tropical garden settings. Regular feeding helps sustain its vivid leaf coloration and promotes healthy overall growth; however, mature plants are quite hardy and can endure occasional neglect without significant harm. Being a member of the Euphorbia family, Crotons prefers well-draining soil, which supports optimal growth and ensures its lush, attractive foliage remains healthy throughout the growing season.