Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pygmaeus
ID:
835865

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.R.Lima

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 126 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835200

Common Names

  • Croton pygmaeus
  • Pygmy Croton
  • Pygmy Spurge

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Description

Croton pygmaeus (also called Pygmy Croton, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is found in wet montane forests, at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It has an upright habit, with dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Croton pygmaeus is a species of shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Croton pygmaeus has small, yellow flowers with yellow petals and sepals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croton pygmaeus is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or summer. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Croton pygmaeus

Croton pygmaeus can be found in Australia.

Croton pygmaeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Croton pygmaeus?

Croton pygmaeus

What is the common name of Croton pygmaeus?

Pygmy Croton

What is the natural habitat of Croton pygmaeus?

Tropical rainforests

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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