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Capitate Croton

About Capitate Croton

Capitate Croton is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is a fun challenge to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Capitate Croton likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Capitate Croton belongs to the Croton genus, and is native to the Central and Eastern United States.

⚠️ Capitate Croton is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Croton capitatus

Genus

Croton

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Order

Malpighiales

Also known as

Hogwort, Woolly croton and Goatweed

How to care for Capitate Croton

💦 Water

How often to water your Capitate Croton

Capitate Croton needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

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

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Capitate Croton in your home

Capitate Croton love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Capitate Croton does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Capitate Croton in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Capitate Croton

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Capitate Croton: repot after 2X growth

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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Capitate Croton after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Capitate Croton can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Capitate Croton →

Common Capitate Croton Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Capitate Croton 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.

Capitate Croton Water Frequency →

Capitate Croton Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Capitate Croton requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Capitate Croton Light Requirements →

Capitate Croton Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Capitate Croton is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Capitate Croton Toxicity to Cats →

Capitate Croton Toxicity to Dogs →

Capitate Croton Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Capitate Croton 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!

Best Soil Mix for Capitate Croton →

When and How to Successfully Repot Capitate Croton →

💩 Fertilizer

Capitate Croton 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 it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Capitate Croton →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Capitate Croton grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Capitate Croton →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.