About This Item
Numerous crotons can be grown as shrubs or trees in some parts of the world. Crotons are native to Malaysia and the Pacific and brought to Palm Beach, Florida, in 1886 by Robert R. McCormick, a business magnate, to landscape his winter home. He named his home the “Croton Cottage” after this colorful plant.
Product Description
The Gold Dust Croton (Codiaeum variegatum ‘Gold Dust’) is a striking tropical plant celebrated for its vibrant, multi-colored foliage. Native to Southeast Asia and the South Pacific, this plant features elongated leaves that can grow up to 8 inches long, showcasing a rich green background adorned with bright yellow or gold speckles. It typically reaches heights of 3 to 6 feet and has a bushy, upright growth habit, making it an eye-catching addition to both indoor and outdoor spaces. Preferring bright, indirect light, the Gold Dust Croton thrives in well-draining soil and should be watered when the top inch of soil feels dry to prevent root rot. With its love for high humidity, regular misting or a pebble tray can help maintain the moisture it craves. While it requires relatively low maintenance, occasional pruning encourages bushiness and removes any dead leaves, ensuring the plant remains healthy and vibrant. Overall, the Gold Dust Croton adds a touch of tropical beauty and color to any garden or home.
Additional Resources
Included Items
- Healthy plant pre-potted with premium soil
- Ecopots pot and saucer
- All the tips and tricks for expert-level care
Additional Details
| Difficulty | Easy—Relatively low maintenance |
| Light | Bright Direct |
| Pet Friendly | No—Toxic and Not pet-friendly |
| Air Cleaner | Yes—Releases oxygen and absorbs pollutants |
30 Days Guarantee
If your plant dies within 30 days, we’ll replace it for free.
Botanical Name
Codiaeum variegatum
Common Name(s)
Gold Dust Plant, Gold Dust Croton, Variegated Croton
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representation of the product.
Pooja Verma (verified owner) –
The Gold Dust Croton is beautiful, but a few leaves were a bit dry.
Harsha Rao (verified owner) –
It’s doing well now! Initially, some leaves were slightly droopy.
Kunal Raghav (verified owner) –
Good packaging, but I found a few brown tips on the leaves.
Nivedita Malhotra (verified owner) –
Impressive plant! A bit more care was needed during unboxing.
Siddhartha Shetty (verified owner) –
Great value for the price! I would recommend it to all plant lovers!
Vikrant Joshi (verified owner) –
The Gold Dust Croton is stunning! I’ve already received compliments from friends.
Nisha Agarwal (verified owner) –
I was impressed with the vibrant leaves, but a couple of them had small scratches.
Ritika Thakur (verified owner) –
Excellent quality and beautiful design! It’s become a focal point in my home.
Anushka Joshi (verified owner) –
Very pleased with this purchase! It fits perfectly in my sunny window.
Saraswati Nair (verified owner) –
I couldn’t be happier with my Gold Dust Croton! It’s a fantastic plant.
Ganesh Verma (verified owner) –
The Gold Dust Croton is a real showstopper! I highly recommend it to anyone.
Divya Iyer (verified owner) –
Overall, it’s a lovely addition, but I wish it had more foliage.
Uttam Singh (verified owner) –
This Gold Dust Croton is perfect for my indoor garden! I’m so glad I bought it.
Bhavna Desai (verified owner) –
I appreciate the quality, but I wish it had a more interesting shape.
Krishnan Yadav (verified owner) –
This plant has great potential! I had to trim a couple of wilted leaves.
Anirudh Tiwari (verified owner) –
The colors are stunning, but it could use a bit more sunlight.
Preeti Ahuja (verified owner) –
This plant is gorgeous and thriving! It’s become the centerpiece of my room.
Tanay Sinha (verified owner) –
Impressive quality! The leaves are thick and healthy, just as advertised.
Lakshmi Ghosh (verified owner) –
This is a nice plant! Just required some extra watering initially.
Pranav Rao (verified owner) –
I can’t believe how quickly it’s growing! It’s a joy to watch.
Nisha Kannan (verified owner) –
Arrived slightly droopy but revived nicely after a few days.