Dumbcane
Dieffenbachia seguine
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How to care
Dieffenbachia seguine, commonly known as Dumb Cane, is a popular houseplant known for its attractive foliage. It thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. Keep it away from direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment, making it ideal for indoor settings. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot.
Light Preference
Part Shade
Full Shade
Size
- Height
- 2.5 m – 4 m
- Spread
- 0.5 m – 1 m
- Years
- 10 – 20
Preferred soil
Loam
Sand
Acidic
Alkaline
Neutral
Propagation
Cutting
Division
Life Cycle
Perennial
Lives for more than two years.
Hardiness Zone
10a
-1.1°C – 1.7°C
113
Leaves
- Evergreen
- Green
- White
- Broadleaf
- Unusual Foliage Color
Flowers
- Showy
- Malodorous
- Green
- White
Toxic to
- LeafCatsModerate · Ingestion
- LeafDogsModerate · Ingestion
- LeafHumansMild · Eye contact
- LeafHumansModerate · Ingestion
- LeafHumansMild · Skin contact
Informational only — not veterinary or medical advice. Missing data does not mean a plant is safe.
Other names
- Dieffenbachia
- Dumb cane
- Tuftroot
Taxonomy
- Order
- Alismatales
- Family
- Araceae
- Genus
- Dieffenbachia