Euphorbiaceae Week: Codiaeum variegatum from Delhi

[Gurcharan Singh]

Codiaeum variegatum (L.) A. Juss., Euphorb. gen. 80, 111, t. 9, fig. 30. 1824

  syn: Croton variegatus L.

A commonly grown foliage plant in Delhi, a shrub or small tree with variegated leaves in variety of shapes. 

Common name: Garden croton

Pounded leaves are applied to the abdomen of children suffering from urinary trouble. Latex contains tannin. 

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Dr. Gurcharan Singh
Retired  Associate Professor
SGTB Khalsa College, University of Delhi, Delhi-110007
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[Rashida Atthar]

Thanks for the detailed pictures SIr. Here are  mine from Matheran taken in Oct. 2010.

 

Characterised by ornamental leaves of varying shapes with vivid yellow or orange patches.

 

regards,

Rashida.

[tanay bose]

Nice catch from both of you

Tanay

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Tanay Bose

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