Photo: Dumb cane — Thomas Cygn · CC0.
Plant guide
Dumb cane
Dieffenbachia
Light
Bright filtered light. It copes with shade but grows more slowly. Keep it out of direct sun.
Watering
Water thoroughly, then let the top 2–3 centimetres of soil dry out.
Air
Steady warmth without cold draughts or sudden changes. Likes humid air.
Toxic?
Cats: Dangerous · Dogs: Dangerous — More about pets
People: The sap causes burning and swelling of the mouth and throat and irritates skin and eyes.
This is normal
- With age the lower leaves drop and reveal a trunk — that's normal. A stem that's too bare can be cut back to 15 cm and will regrow.
Watch out for
MealybugAphidsSpider miteRoot rot
How often for your pot?Days and millilitres for your pot — counted like in the app.
Count it →Sources: Clemson HGIC · NC State Extension · ASPCA. Every line is checked against two of them.