Codiaeum variegatum 'Bush on fire' T8

Codiaeum variegatum 'Bush on Fire', commonly known in German as "Croton", is a colorful ornamental variety from the family Euphorbiaceae. The species originally comes from South and Southeast Asia, especially Indonesia and Malaysia. The 'Bush on Fire' variety is known for its spectacular leaf coloration, reminiscent of roaring flames – hence the name.

Characteristics:

'Bush on Fire' forms a densely branched, bushy growth with leathery, glossy leaves. The color palette ranges from green to yellow, orange, and red, up to dark purple. Depending on the plant, the leaves can be broad, narrow, or slightly twisted. Young leaves usually emerge bright green or yellowish and later turn intensely red or orange. The plant rarely blooms indoors; the decorative foliage is of primary importance.

Care Instructions:

Light: very bright location, preferably with some direct sunlight; the more light, the more intense the leaf coloration
Water: keep evenly slightly moist; only water again when the surface of the soil is slightly dry; avoid waterlogging
Humidity: prefers increased humidity; regular misting or placing it next to other plants is helpful
Fertilizer: provide every 2 weeks with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer
Temperature: ideally 20–28 °C; avoid cold drafts and do not let it drop below 15 °C

Note: Crotons react sensitively to changes in location – a sudden move can lead to leaf drop. However, under consistently warm conditions and plenty of light, 'Bush on Fire' remains stable and shows particularly intense coloration.