Codiaeum variegatum. Crotons are the most popular of South Florida's colorful foliage plants, with brilliantly-colored leaves shot with gold, red, orange, green and even pink. This easy-care shrub features color and low-maintenance for any size yard. They feature many leaf types and sizes - swirly, narrow ribbons to wide, flat leaves.
Best Answer: I live in West Central Florida where we experience very high humidities. Its not uncommon to have above 90% relative humidity readings. I find it uncomfortable once the humidity is over 70%, but I'm really not a 'good' test subject as I have lived in Florida all my life and have gotten use to high humidities. I can tell you one thing with certainity, the insects love the high readings!
To make matters worse, when humidity levels dip the ambient air feels cooler than more humid environments, and we turn up the heat to compensate. Low humidity causes static electricity, dry skin and hair, increased susceptibility to colds and respiratory illness, and can allow viruses and germs to thrive. Wood floors, furniture and millwork will split and crack, paint will chip, and electronics can be damaged because of low humidity levels.