Croton suaveolens
Scented Croton
Also known as: Oxydectes suaveolens (Torr.) Kuntze
- Oxydectes suaveolens (Torr.) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Euphorbiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Croton suaveolens (commonly known as Scented Croton) is a shrub belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is part of the broad Croton genus, encompassing over 1100 species globally.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Northeast, Texas