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Mexican croton
Scientific Name: Croton ciliatoglandulifer
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Mexican Croton (Croton ciliatoglandulifer)
The Mexican Croton, scientifically known as Croton ciliatoglandulifer, is a plant species belonging to the genus Croton. It is also commonly referred to as Bush Croton.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Croton ciliatoglandulifer
- Common Names: Bush Croton, Mexican Croton
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: The text mentions an incomplete database entry for Croton ciliato-glandulosus, suggesting it might be a synonym or a closely related species.
Distribution and Habitat
- The Mexican Croton occurs in the tropical deciduous forests of western Mexico, ranging from Sonora to Oaxaca.
Ecological Role
- The species is economically important.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Croton grewioides, another species of Croton, has an essential oil with insecticidal activity against the Mexican Bean Weevil (Zabrotes subfasciatus).
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Crotons (Codiaeum variegatum), while not specifically the Mexican Croton, are mentioned as colorful shrubs native to India, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka, known for their vibrant leaf colors of yellow, pink, red, and orange.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.