Origin
The Croton variegatum 'Mrs. Iceton', also known as 'Mrs. Iceton's Croton', is a species from the Euphorbiaceae family and originally comes from Southeast Asia and the islands of the Pacific Ocean. It is a tropical plant that grows in the moist and warm conditions of rainforests in its original habitat.

Characteristics
Characteristics of the Croton variegatum 'Mrs. Iceton' include the elongated, leathery leaves that display a colourful palette of hues: from pink and yellow to dark red and green. This plant can reach a height of up to 3 metres, provided the growth conditions are optimal. The flowers are small and unnoticeable, meaning the attention is primarily drawn to the colourful leaf.

Care
The care of the Croton variegatum 'Mrs. Iceton' requires a specific protocol given its tropical origin. A light but not directly sunny location is recommended to maintain the bright leaf colours. Regular watering is important, without the plant standing in water with its roots. In the winter, watering once a week is sufficient, while a fortnightly watering is recommended in the summer. Further, this plant loves high humidity, which can be created by regularly spraying the plant. It is also recommended to fertilise the plant annually for optimal growth and colour development.