Croton Nervia
Kiersten Rankel
Kiersten lives in New Orleans, LA and graduated with her masters degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Tulane University in 2019.
She has conducted or assisted on research studies covering trees such as the bald cypress, swamp maple, and water tupelo, as well as important marsh grasses including Juncus, Spartina, and Phragmites.
Kiersten is (nearly!) a Louisiana Master Naturalist and regularly volunteers with local community gardens and nonprofits to help restore critical ecosystems along the Gulf Coast.
About Croton Nervia
Croton Nervia is a super rare houseplant šæ that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Croton Nervia likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Taxonomy
Codiaeum variegatum 'Nervia'
Codiaeum
Euphorbiaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for Croton Nervia

How often to water your Croton Nervia

every 9
Croton Nervia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Charlotte, North Carolina
83% High

Growing Croton Nervia in Charlotte right now
Plant growth potential is currently high š
May 23rd, 2022
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Charlotte is currently high š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determā¦
Sunlight will increase by 12.4% āļø
May 23rd, 2022
Charlotte is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Charlotte is expected to increase by 12.4% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 20.4 megajoules of energy per ā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.1 hours š
May 23rd, 2022
This month, Charlotte is getting an average of 10.3 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 8.5% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 14.3 total hours of dā¦
Finding light for Croton Nervia in your home

a window
Croton Nervia love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth during this time of higher sunlight intensity in Charlotte, North Carolina āļø.
This is a great time to watch your Croton Nervia thrive šæ!

How to fertilize Croton Nervia

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Croton Nervia after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Croton Nervia
Is this a good time of year to repot? Yes! šŖ“
May 23rd, 2022
The growing potential in Charlotte is high š.
It's best to repot plants during their active growing periods when they have the energy to re-establish their roots! This is a great time to repot anyā¦

Croton Nervia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Croton Nervia requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Croton Nervia doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Croton Nervia does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Croton Nervia should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itās common for Croton Nervia to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Croton Nervia is native to Southeast Asia, Northern Australia and the Pacific Islands.
Care Summary for Croton Nervia
Croton Nervia
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Charlotte, North Carolina, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.

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