Croton pottsii is a species of plant known by the common name leatherweed. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Description Croton pottsii is a perennial forb with ovate to elliptic shaped leaves, which are dusty green in color due to the presence of stellate hairs. The flowers can be unisexual or bisexual and lack petals.
The species is named for John Potts, manager of the Chihuahua Mint.Seemann, Berthold. The botany of the voyage of H.M.S. Herald :under the command of Captain Henry Kellett, R.N., C.B., during the years 1845-51. The Two Republics. Mexico City. 2 December 1876
References
External links USDA Plants Profile: Croton pottsii (leatherweed) SEINet Arizona - New Mexico Chapter: Croton pottsii