Dieffenbachia

Dieffenbachia

Also called · Dumb cane

Large leaves splashed with cream and green on thick stems. Grows quickly indoors.

LightBright shade
WaterWhen the top is dry
WhereNear a bright window

Care tag · 14

“Wear gloves when you cut it. The sap burns if it gets in your mouth or eyes.”

  1. 01

    Light

    Bright shade. No direct sun.
  2. 02

    Water

    When the top 2 to 3 cm of soil is dry.
  3. 03

    Soil & pot

    Ordinary potting soil with good drainage.
  4. 04

    Feeding

    A light feed once a month.
  5. 05

    What you'll need

    • Organic potting soil (tanah organik)
    • Leafy plant fertiliser
    • Garden gloves

    All available here at the nursery.

Something wrong?

  • Yellow lower leaves

    A few is old age. Many means too much water.

  • Leaning

    Turn the pot a little every week.

  • Brown edges

    Dry air or cold from the air-conditioning. Move it.

Near a bright window

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