Croton vs Nerve Plant
Side-by-side comparison.
| Croton | Nerve Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Light | Bright indirect light; tolerates some direct morning sun | Bright indirect light; no direct sun |
| Water | When top 1 inch of soil is dry, about once a week | Keep soil consistently moist; water when top inch dry, about every 5-7 days |
| Humidity | 60-80% | 50-70% |
| Mature size | 3-6 ft (0.9-1.8 m) indoors | 6-12 inches tall, trails up to 18 inches |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats and dogs | Yes (non-toxic to cats and dogs) |