Dieffenbachia (Large)
11.500 KD
Dieffenbachia is a beautiful specimen, highly adaptable and perfect as a living decoration for the home or office. Also known as dumb cane, the plant dieffenbachia is native to Central and South America and a relative of skunk cabbage. But unlike with its relatives, planting dumb cane will not result in a smelly household… just a long-lasting plant with ease of care.
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Quick Facts about Dieffenbachia
- Botanical name- Dieffenbachia
- Height – 12 inches – 6 feet
- Spread- similar to height
- Sun exposure-partial sun
- Soil requirements- loam to sand, well-draining
- Hardiness zones- USDA 10-12
- When to plant- Spring
Dieffenbachia Care Guidelines
Dumb cane is known as a low maintenance houseplant. The plant requires the proper lighting, temperatures, watering, and soil medium, just like any other plant. But once these needs are met, it has few disease or pest issues, especially when grown indoors. Mealybugs, mites, and aphids are common problems for outdoor plants. Root rot is the most common disease, caused by keeping the soil excessively moist. Providing the right amount of water is a main secret of dumb cane care.
Light Requirements
Dieffenbachia plants are understory specimens native to warm regions of the Americas. They prefer partial sun, and their showy foliage can burn in full, southern exposures. These plants also perform well in full shade, but growth will remain slow.
Rotate your dieffenbachia houseplant regularly to provide adequate light to all sides and to prevent it from reaching toward the light on one side. When growing dumbcane dieffenbachia of various cultivars, check light requirements for the particular plant. Some dieffenbachia plants require low filtered light. Most cultivars do fine with a low light environment. The growth may slow or stop, but the plant will remain healthy and attractive.
Water
Dumb cane plant care requires consistently moist soil, but it should not be boggy. And any water remaining after irrigation in a dish should be emptied. Water the plant deeply but not again until a finger inserted to the second knuckle finds the soil dry. The plant likes high humidity, which can be provided in dry climates by placing the container on a saucer filled with pebbles and water. This will keep the roots from becoming soggy but will evaporate and provide ambient moisture.
Plant Size: 75 Cm Height
Pot Size: 35 Cm
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