Codiaeum variegatum

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Claude Memoli/ Sanchez

 

Description

Codiaeum variegatum is a evergreen shrub that grows 3' to 25' tall and 1' to 6' wide with multicolored leaves. It requires half to full sun, well drained sandy loam moist soil, love humidity, and is tender to cool temperature.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Brown, Dark Green, Grey Green, White

 

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

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Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Eliminate runoff, especially with fixed spray sprinklers, clay soils, and slopes, by dividing the total watering time into shorter increments.
This allows water to soak in.