Dieffenbachia plants are one of the all time favorite bushes to grow indoorsThese striking plants have beautiful foliage and they grow tall
Dieffenbachias, like many houseplants, are poisonousThe sap in the plant is highly irritatingDumb cane is also known to cause loss of speech for up to two weeks when ingested
Dieffenbachias requires a light soil
A mix of potting soil and perlite will keep the roots happiest
Grow them in pots that fit the root with a bit of room to growAny well drained pot can be usedRepot every second year or when roots come out the drainage holes on the pot bottom
Dumb Cane enjoysindirect bright light
Filtered sunlight from a south window will be appreciated
Water your Dieffenbachia when the soil is dry down an inch or so
This tropical plant enjoys humidity
For a really dry climate frequent misting will be beneficial
Apply a good quality fertilizer monthly through spring and summer
Dumb canes enjoy occasional leaf washing to keep the stomata (leaf pores) open. this helps them respire and grow better
Propagation is easily done through stem cuttingsDumb canes can also be planted directly in soil from a terminal stem cuttingEven leafless stems can be planted