Dumb Cane. A very handsome foliage plant with large paddle shaped green and yellow leaves. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers April to July. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 60°F / 15°C. CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin and eye irritant.
Dieffenbachia bausei
A very handsome foliage plant with large paddle shaped green and yellow leaves
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Dieffenbachia |
---|---|
Species | bausei |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Dumb Cane |
Flower Colour | cream |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1m |
Family | Araceae |
Spread | 50cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright, Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, yellow |
Flowers From | April, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 60°F / 15°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin and eye irritant |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Aphids, Red spider mite |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Layering |
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