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dieffenbachia dumb cane elephant ear Dieffenbachia 'Dumb Cane' – Classic Variegated Dumb Cane – Ed's Plant ShopYour New Variegated Focal Point Dieffenbachia Dumb Cane is a foolproof houseplant prized by firsttime plant parents. Its upright canes bear pointed, ovate leaves in elegant combinations of green and white variegation. With simple seasonal lighting adjustments, this cultivar thrives in almost any home. Eds Plant Profile Botanical Name: Dieffenbachia spp. Cultivar: Dumb Cane Common Name: Dumb Cane Family: Araceae (Arum family) Native Range: Caribbean &
Your New Variegated Focal Point
Dieffenbachia ‘Dumb Cane’ is a foolproof houseplant prized by first‑time plant parents. Its upright canes bear pointed, ovate leaves in elegant combinations of green and white variegation. With simple seasonal lighting adjustments, this cultivar thrives in almost any home.
Ed’s Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Dieffenbachia spp.
- Cultivar: ‘Dumb Cane’
- Common Name: Dumb Cane
- Family: Araceae (Arum family)
- Native Range: Caribbean & South America
Ed’s Care Guide
- Care Level: Easy
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Light:
- Spring & Summer: Low to moderate light.
- Winter: Bright, indirect light.
- Water: Keep soil evenly moist; water thoroughly whenever the surface begins to dry.
- Humidity: Average indoor humidity is sufficient.
- Temperature: Above 60 °F (16 °C); avoid cold drafts.
- Feeding: Balanced, diluted fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season.
- Pruning: Remove brown or damaged foliage at the base to encourage new growth.
Growth & Propagation
- Habit: Clumping, upright canes reaching 60–90 cm tall.
- Propagation: Division—separate cane clusters and replant in fresh, well‑draining mix.
Common Pests & Toxicity
- Pests: Spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, scale.
- Toxicity: Contains calcium oxalate crystals—keep away from children and pets.
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