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Clibrans’ List of Crotons. 
Crotons (Codisems). 
For brilliancy and variation of colouring, there are probably no foliage plants that can 
equal the Crotons. The varying width of the leaves, from extremely narrow, through medium 
to broad, together with 
the fact that many of 
them are beautifully 
twisted, arching and pen- 
dulous, whilst others, par- 
ticularly the broad-leaved 
varieties, are of stiffer 
habit, give these lovely 
plants a great variety of 
character. As decorative 
plants for the Stove, for 
Table Decoration and 
Exhibition, the Croton 
occupies a high position. 
A stove temperature, 
with abundance of atmos- 
pheric moisture, is re- 
quired to grow these 
plants. They should be 
potted in good librous 
loam with sufficient sharp 
silver sand to keep it 
open. Grow in the light- 
est part of the house and 
syringe frequently. When 
intended to be used for 
table o r conservatory 
decoration they should 
be gradually hardened, 
as any sudden change 
may cause the leaves 
to drop. 
We make a speciality 
of Crotons, our collection 
embraces the finest and 
richest coloured varieties 
yet introduced. 
hold] Croton, “Prima Donna.” (See below.) [ Clibrans 
Choice New Varieties. 
No. 
7 Alfreda, light narrow recurving foliage, 
veined and mottled primrose; elegant 
habit; a useful and pretty variety. 3/6 
each . 
36 Diana, narrow prettily arched, slightly 
twisted leaves, of medium length, veined 
and mottled reddish yellow ; a very 
pretty variety. 5/- each. 
70 FRED ' SANDER (Award of Merit, 
Temple Show, 1908), a magnificent 
new variety, the leaves are broad, of 
trilobate form, and very handsome. 
The dominating colour is rich pure 
brilliant gold, covering the greater 
portion of the leaves excepting the ends, 
which are rich green. The stem of 
the plant is also richly golden. The 
variety is a good grower and retains 
No. 
its leaves down to the rim of the pot. 
F red Sander is totally distinct from 
any other variety, its rich handsome 
colouring and brilliant appearance 
will make it a great favourite for 
exhibition and decorative use. 10/6 
each. 
164 Prima Donna (see illustration), narrow grace- 
ful recurving foliage of good length ; 
beautifully coloured with primrose yellow; 
the same colour being found in the stem ; 
a lovely plant for table decoration. 
5/- each. 
198 Valkyrie, foliage of medium width, prettily 
twisted, dark green, veined and mottled 
golden yellow, with red leafstalks ; a 
charming and distinct variety. 3/6 each 
