Dieffenbachia or Dumb Cane big in 8 inch pot

Indirect sunlight, water twice a week

Dieffenbachia—commonly called Dumb Cane—is a popular tropical foliage plant valued for its striking, patterned leaves. It’s a favorite indoor plant for adding lush greenery and an exotic touch to homes and offices.

🌿 Botanical Overview

• Scientific Name: Dieffenbachia spp.

• Family: Araceae (Arum family)

• Type: Evergreen perennial (grown as a houseplant in most regions)

• Height: Typically 3 to 6 feet (0.9 to 1.8 meters) indoors; can grow taller in its natural habitat

• Spread: 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90 cm) wide

🌸 Flowers

• Color: Greenish-white

• Shape: Spadix with a spathe (similar to peace lily blooms)

• Blooming Season: Rare indoors; more likely in tropical outdoor settings

🍃 Leaves

• Color: Green with creamy white, yellow, or light green variegation

• Shape: Large, broad, and oval to lance-shaped

• Texture: Smooth and slightly glossy

🌱 Growth & Care

• Sunlight: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch

• Soil: Well-draining, peat-based potting mix

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy; reduce watering in winter

• Growth Habit: Upright, cane-like stems with clustered leaves

• Pruning: Remove yellow or damaged leaves to maintain appearance