Croton ‘Picasso’, also known as Picasso’s Paintbrush Croton, is a tropical foliage plant with slender, elongated leaves streaked in green, yellow, orange, and red. Its narrow foliage and upright, bushy growth create a colorful, fine-textured accent for bright rooms and plant collections. This distinctive croton thrives with strong light, steady warmth, and consistent moisture.
Common Name: Picasso Croton, Picasso’s Paintbrush Croton
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy tropical shrub with narrow, multicolored leaves
Light: Bright light with gentle direct sun; acclimate gradually to stronger sunlight and avoid deep shade
Water: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; keep evenly moist, not soggy
Soil: Rich, well-draining indoor potting mix amended with perlite and fine pine bark
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity and warm, stable conditions away from cold drafts and heating or cooling vents
Care Level: Moderate; sudden changes in light, temperature, or watering can cause leaf drop
Pet Safety: Not Pet Safe; toxic to cats and dogs if ingested
Note: Images are a general representation of size and color. Leaf length, color, patterning, and plant fullness vary plant to plant as each plant is unique and different.