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Croton Mammy

Codiaeum Variegatum
  • Striking variegated foliage in vivid shades of red, orange, and green
  • Available in 1 Gallon (12″–16″) and 3 Gallon (24″–28″) sizes
  • A bold tropical accent for indoors or outdoors
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The Croton Mammy plant (Codiaeum variegatum) is a tropical showstopper prized for its multicolored, tightly twisting foliage. With shades of red, green, yellow, and orange splashed across every leaf, this variety adds year-round drama indoors or out. Our Croton Mammy plants are available in both 1 Gallon (12″–16″ tall) and 3 Gallon (24″–28″ tall) sizes, making it easy to find the perfect fit for your space. Grown and shipped fresh from our Florida nursery, these plants deliver vivid color and hardy growth right to your doorstep. If you’re looking for a Croton Mammy plant for sale that brings unmatched tropical flair, this is the one.

Why Choose Our Croton Mammy?

Bold Foliage: Twisting leaves painted in bright reds, oranges, yellows, and greens

Perfect Sizes: Choose from 1 Gallon (12″–16″) or 3 Gallon (24″–28″) plants

Compact Habit: Upright growth works well in containers or landscapes

Year-Round Color: Evergreen leaves provide nonstop tropical beauty

Florida-Grown: Hand-selected and shipped fresh from our nursery

Croton Mammy Plant Care

With the right balance of sunlight, water, and warmth, your Croton Mammy will thrive and showcase its signature tropical colors all year long.

Sunlight: Provide 4–6 hours of bright light daily; partial to full sun is best outdoors

Watering: Allow the top 25–50% of soil to dry before watering deeply

Soil: Use a well-draining mix to avoid soggy roots

Fertilizer: Feed monthly in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer

Hardiness: Best outdoors in USDA Zones 9–11

Light: Place in a bright room with south or west-facing windows

Watering: Indoors, water weekly, checking soil before watering

Humidity: Moderate humidity preferred; mist leaves or use a humidifier

Temperature: Keep above 60°F; protect from drafts and sudden changes

Pruning: Trim leggy stems to encourage bushier growth

Repotting: Refresh soil or upgrade containers every 2–3 years

Pests: Occasionally attracts spider mites or scale; treat promptly if seen

Maintenance Tip: Rotate the plant monthly for even growth and color

Expert Grower’s Tips for Croton Mammy

Advice from our growing experts

Sun Acclimation

Sun Acclimation

Over 7–10 days, move the plant from bright indirect light into gentle morning sun or filtered afternoon sun. This ramps up reds and yellows without leaf scorch. If edges crisp, back off one step and try again in a week.

Water Rhythm

Water Rhythm

Water thoroughly until excess drains, then wait until the top 25–50% of soil dries before watering again. This prevents root rot and keeps foliage color intense. In lower light or winter, expect longer intervals between waterings.

Leaf Care

Leaf Care

Dust leaves monthly with a microfiber cloth to maximize light capture and color. Skip oily leaf-shine products; they clog pores and dull variegation. A quick wipe after misting works best.

These tips are based on 30+ years of professional growing experience at our Florida nursery.

Croton Mammy Plant FAQ

Caring for Croton Mammy starts with bright light, ideally 4–6 hours daily, to bring out its vibrant foliage. Keep the soil slightly moist but not soggy by watering when the top 25–50% is dry. Regular pruning and misting will help the plant maintain lush, healthy growth.

Yes, Croton Mammy plants are considered toxic to pets. Ingesting the leaves can cause digestive upset in cats and dogs. Keep your plant out of reach of pets to avoid any issues.

Croton Mammy typically reaches 2 to 3 feet tall when mature. Indoors, growth may be a bit smaller, while outdoor plants in warm climates may stretch taller. Choosing the right container size will also help guide its growth.

Leaf drop is often caused by changes in light, temperature, or watering. If moved indoors for winter, expect some adjustment leaf loss until it acclimates. Consistent care and stable conditions will reduce stress and restore healthy growth.

Yes, in USDA Zones 9–11, Croton Mammy can thrive outdoors year-round. In cooler regions, it must be brought indoors before frost arrives. With proper care, it can live happily as a container plant for years.

Unlike broad-leaf varieties, Croton Mammy features tightly twisting, narrow leaves in brilliant shades of red, orange, yellow, and green. This compact, upright habit makes it excellent for smaller spaces. Its dramatic color variation sets it apart as a collector’s favorite.

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WOW!!! This is a real milkweed plant, healthy as all get up! Well packaged! Love that it's a Plant Box!!! Delivery person can see clearly that they should handle safely and deliver it asap!!! My caterpillars will have lots of food so they can grow to be beautiful Monarchs 😍

Ingi
New Bern, NC
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Tropical Plant came through with the shipping. I ordered this plant the night of July 24th it was shipped 25, 2025 and delivered July 27th...OUTSTANDING! The Thai Constellation I ordered arrived in awesome condition. Very healthy and lush. Suffice it to say I will be ordering from this shop again. Top notch across the board.

William
Galveston, TX
★★★★★

This shop has the most fantastic, healthy, gorgeous plants. I am a repeat customer and have never been disappointed. In fact the plants have always exceeded my expectation and plants are often much larger than expected. Packaging is some of the most professional I've seen, with not one leaf damaged. I'll be back for more.

Kelly
Phoenix, AZ
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Beautiful healthy plant and great size too! This is my first purchase and I couldn’t be happier. Now I need the tree version. Thank you for such a great plant.

Paula
Chicago, IL
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Okay so if you are looking for a happy healthy plant. This is who to get it from. It has already started blooming again. I've already had two neighbors ask where I got it from and referred them to you. Cannot recommend this seller enough

Philip
Crofton, MD
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Gorgeous plant, arrived perfect and healthy. I keep coming back as this nursery delivers perfection every time. Very quick shipping and expertly packed. The best!!

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