Croton tiglium, commonly known as the croton plant, is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. This plant is widely used in traditional medicine and is known for its medicinal properties. There are several synonyms for croton tiglium, including croton seeds, purging croton, and rush-foil. The plant is also referred to as the croton nut, croton oil plant, and croton bean. In traditional medicine, the plant is used to treat various ailments, including constipation, fever, and rheumatism. The active ingredient in croton tiglium is croton oil, which is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry to treat skin disorders, including eczema and psoriasis.