Chrozophora tinctoria Seeds, Dyer’s Croton Seeds

Chrozophora tinctoria is a fast-growing annual herb valued for its historical use as a natural dye plant. It typically forms a low, spreading habit with soft, grey-green, slightly hairy leaves and produces small greenish flowers followed by seed capsules. Well adapted to dry, sandy, and nutrient-poor soils, it thrives in full sun and is commonly found in arid and semi-arid regions. The plant is especially notable for yielding a blue to purple pigment that was traditionally used in textile dyeing and artistic applications, making it an interesting addition for collectors, gardeners, and those interested in natural dyes.