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Description
a stressed dieffenbachia Dieffenbachia 'Tropic Marianne' – Tropic Marianne Dumb Cane – Ed's Plant ShopDieffenbachia Tropic Marianne Dieffenbachia Tropic Marianne (also called Maryanne) is prized for its upright, caneforming habit and boldly variegated leaves. Each glossy, lanceolate leaf bears a bright chartreuse central stripe fading into rich green margins, creating a dramatic architectural accent in any indoor setting. Plant Profile Botanical Name: Dieffenbachia Cultivar: Tropic Marianne Common Name: Tropic Marianne, Maryanne Family: Araceae (Arum
Dieffenbachia ‘Tropic Marianne’
Dieffenbachia ‘Tropic Marianne’ (also called “Maryanne”) is prized for its upright, cane‑forming habit and boldly variegated leaves. Each glossy, lanceolate leaf bears a bright chartreuse central stripe fading into rich green margins, creating a dramatic architectural accent in any indoor setting.
Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Dieffenbachia
- Cultivar: ‘Tropic Marianne’
- Common Name: Tropic Marianne, Maryanne
- Family: Araceae (Arum family)
- Native Range: Central America
How to Care for Dieffenbachia
- Care Level: Easy
- Light: Bright, indirect light to preserve leaf coloration; tolerates moderate light but avoid direct sun.
- Water: Keep top 2–3 cm of soil consistently moist; will endure occasional neglect but prolonged dryness causes leaf shrivel.
- Humidity: Moderate (40–60 % RH preferred).
- Temperature: 65–75 °F (18–24 °C).
- Feeding: Monthly applications of a balanced, water‑soluble fertilizer during spring and summer.
- Pruning: Remove yellowing or damaged leaves at the base to maintain a tidy clump.
Propagation & Habit
Forms a compact clump of upright canes up to 60–90 cm tall. Easily propagated via stem cuttings: allow cut ends to callus, then root in a moist, well‑draining mix.
Common Pests & Toxicity
- Pests: Watch for spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, and scale.
- Toxicity: Contains calcium oxalate crystals—keep out of reach of children and pets.
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