STEWARTII

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Codiaeum variegatum Stewartii

One of the most cold tolerant crotons.

REF: Brown, B. Frank 1995 Crotons of the World p.67.

Type W, 3-1/2" x 10", Markings vary considerably. In many specimens green predominates, but in highly colored specimens the predominating color is golden yellow, marbled rich deep green. The leaf is margined rose.

REF: Paper prepared by Wm. A. Geiger in collaboration with Mr. Christian of the Christian Nursery, Mr. Van der Lean and Mr. George L. Peacock. p.14.

Yellow veins and margin, midrib & petiole red. the most cold resistant.

REF: Reasoner's Tropical Nurseries inc, croton listing. Group 1, Common Varieties, p.2.