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Codiaeum 'Yellow Leopard'

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Codiaeum 'Yellow Leopard'

Family Name: Euphorbiaceae

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Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Shrub
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial

Biogeography

Native Distribution Of horticultural origin 
Preferred Climate Zone Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal

Description and Ethnobotany

Growth Form Shrub to 2m tall
Foliage Leaves 10-12cm ong by 3-3.5cm wide, usually 3-lobed; light - dark green, densely spotted with yellow.

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Foliage, Ornamental Form
Landscape Uses General, Parks & Gardens, Small Gardens, Container Planting
Thematic Landscaping Golden Garden
Usage Hazard - Cons Toxic Upon Ingestion, Irritant - Sap

Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal

Pollination Method(s) Biotic (Fauna) (Insects (Bee))

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun, Semi-Shade, [Remarks] (Plants grown in full sun tend to have a much lighter shade of green than those grown in partial shade)
Water Preference Moderate Water
Rootzone Tolerance Fertile Loamy Soils, Easy to Grow
Pest(s) Sucking Insects
Propagation Method Stem Cutting

Foliar

Foliage Retention Evergreen
Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green, Yellow / Golden
Mature Foliage Texture(s) Smooth, Leathery
Prominent Young Flush Colour(s) Cream / Off-White

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Master ID 31767
Species ID 6167
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Species record last updated on: 20 April 2020.
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