Cortez's Croton (Croton cortesianus)

Cortez's Croton, a reference photo — Photo: Gaiacoyote · CC0 (licence)

Croton cortesianus, or Cortez's croton, is a species of shrub native to North America, including Central America. It belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Cortez's Croton being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Croton heliotropiifolius

Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Genus: Croton
Species: Croton cortesianus

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