Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
decalvatus
ID:
365193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esser

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 29: 53 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364525

Common Names

  • Croton decalvatus
  • Bald Croton
  • Bald croton shrub

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Description

Croton decalvatus (also called Croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers dry forests and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Croton decalvatus is used for ornamental purposes in landscaping and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Croton decalvatus var. decalvatus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Croton decalvatus has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croton decalvatus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through stem cuttings taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Croton decalvatus

Croton decalvatus is native to the southeastern United States, ranging from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. It is typically found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Croton decalvatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Croton decalvatus?

Croton decalvatus

What is the common name of Croton decalvatus?

Bald Croton

What is the natural habitat of Croton decalvatus?

Dry, rocky habitats in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Croton genus

Croton acutifolius, Croton aridus, Croton arlineae, Croton bigbendensis, Croton corinthius, Croton decalvatus, Croton dissectistipulatus, Croton faroensis, Croton kongkandanus, Croton mamillatus, Croton megistocarpus, Croton minimus, Croton multicaulis, Croton mutabilis, Croton poomae, Croton rarus, Croton rosarianus, Croton simulans, Croton sousae, Croton waterhouseae, Croton araracuarae, Croton gomezii, Croton jorgei, Croton nepalensis, Croton atrostellatus, Croton floccosus, Croton longibracteatus, Croton subasperrimum, Croton yangchunensis, Croton mayanus, Croton chodatii, Croton muellerianus, Croton pygmaeus, Croton imbricatus, Croton carpostellatus, Croton laceratoglandulosus, Croton balsensis, Croton leonis, Croton revolutus, Croton churutensis, Croton alainii, Croton maestrensis, Croton microcarpus, Croton campanulatus, Croton jamaicensis, Croton borbensis, Croton heptalon, Croton domatifer, Croton stellatoferrugineus, Croton thomasii,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

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