Dumb Cane. A very handsome foliage plant with very large paddle shaped green and yellow leaves. Max Height 1.6m. Max Spread 80cm. 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 bowmannii
A very handsome foliage plant with very large paddle shaped green and yellow leaves
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Dieffenbachia |
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Species | bowmannii |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Dumb Cane |
Flower Colour | cream |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1.6m |
Family | Araceae |
Spread | 80cm |
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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