Croton Gold Dust - Codiaeum Variegatum

✨Why You’ll Love It

✔Vibrant foliage– Glossy green leaves dusted with golden-yellow spots
✔Compact & bushy– Perfect for bright desks and tabletops (grows 60-90cm)
✔Air-purifying– Filters indoor toxins while adding tropical vibes
✔UAE-resilient– Adapts well to AC environments with proper care

🍃 Growth & Appearance

• Height: 60-120cm indoors (slow-growing, easily maintained)
• Leaves: Leathery, oval-shaped with painterly yellow speckles
• Color: Becomes more vibrant with proper light
• Bonus: Rarely flowers, so energy goes into stunning foliage

🏆 Survival Superpowers

• Light lover – Brighter light = more spectacular colors
• Humidity-tolerant – Does well in UAE bathrooms/kitchens
• Conversation starter – Uniquely patterned leaves

☀️ Light & Location

• Best: Bright indirect light (near east/west windows)
• Tolerates: Medium light (but colors may fade)
• Avoid: Dark corners + harsh afternoon sun

💦 Watering

• Summer: Keep soil evenly moist (water when top 2cm dries)
• Winter: Allow soil to dry slightly more between waterings
• Pro Tip: Use lukewarm, filtered water to prevent leaf drop

🌡️ Climate Tips

• Ideal temp: 20-30°C (avoid cold drafts)
• Humidity hack: Group with other plants or use pebble tray

✂️ Maintenance

• Pruning: Pinch tips to encourage bushiness
• Cleaning: Dust leaves monthly with damp cloth
• Fertilizer: Light feeding monthly in growing season