croton

• 名词，指一种热带植物，常作为室内观叶植物栽培，因其色彩斑斓的叶子而受人喜爱；也指可提取巴豆油的灌木。

A noun referring to a tropical plant, either grown as a houseplant for its colorful leaves or a shrub from which croton oil is derived.

1. Ornamental plantB2formal

   A tropical plant grown for its brightly colored leaves, often kept as a houseplant.

   变叶木

   • She placed a croton in the corner of the living room for a splash of color.
   • Crotons need plenty of sunlight to maintain their vibrant foliage.
   • The gardener recommended a croton for its easy care and striking appearance.

2. Shrub producing croton oilC1formalmedical

   A tropical Asian shrub whose seeds yield croton oil, a powerful purgative.

   巴豆树

   • Croton oil was historically used as a strong laxative.
   • The seeds of the croton plant contain a toxic compound.
   • Extracts from the croton shrub are studied for their medicinal properties.