Dieffenbachia

Add lush tropical greenery to your interior with Dieffenbachia, a striking ornamental plant known for its large, glossy leaves patterned with shades of green, cream, and yellow. Its upright form and bold foliage make it an attractive feature for homes, offices, reception areas, and commercial interiors.

Plant Details:

• Common name: Dieffenbachia / Dumb Cane
• Scientific name: Dieffenbachia seguine
• Family: Araceae
• Plant type: Evergreen tropical houseplant
• Nursery pot diameter: 20 cm
• Foliage: Large, glossy, and variegated
• Growth habit: Upright and leafy
• Light: Bright indirect light
• Watering: Moderate
• Soil: Loose, fertile, and well-drained
• Humidity: Moderate to high
• Suitable for: Homes, offices, reception areas, and commercial interiors
• Maintenance: Moderate

Care Tips:

• Place in bright, indirect light to maintain healthy variegation.
• Protect the leaves from strong direct sunlight.
• Water when the upper 2–3 cm of soil feels dry.
• Allow excess water to drain completely and avoid waterlogged soil.
• Reduce watering during winter or in cooler indoor conditions.
• Keep away from strong, cold air-conditioning drafts.
• Wipe the broad leaves gently to remove accumulated dust.
• Rotate the pot occasionally to encourage balanced growth.
• In Saudi Arabia, keep it indoors or in a fully shaded, protected outdoor location.
• Use a balanced indoor-plant fertilizer during active growth.

Safety Note: Dieffenbachia is toxic if chewed or swallowed. Its sap contains calcium oxalate crystals that can cause severe irritation and swelling of the mouth and throat, and may irritate the skin and eyes. Keep it away from children and pets, wear gloves when pruning, and wash your hands after handling.

Note: The supplied plant may vary naturally in height, leaf pattern, colour, shape, and fullness. The stated 20 cm measurement refers to the diameter of the nursery pot, not the plant’s total height. Decorative outer pot is not included.