Excoecaria cochinchinensis ‘Variegata’

Excoecaria cochinchinensis ‘Variegata, commonly known as the Variegated Chinese Croton or Blindness Tree, is an ornamental shrub admired for its striking foliage. The plant features variegated leaves with green, white, or cream-colored tops and a contrasting deep red underside, creating a vibrant visual effect. It is commonly used in gardens and landscapes as a decorative shrub or hedge. Although beautiful, the plant contains a milky sap that can be irritating to the skin and eyes, so caution is recommended when handling it.