Dumb Cane. A very handsome foliage plant with large paddle shaped green leaves with sage-green markings and cream featherings. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 60cm. 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 seguine ‘Tropic Snow’
A very handsome foliage plant with large paddle shaped green leaves with sage-green markings and cream featherings
Additional information
| Generic | Dieffenbachia |
|---|---|
| Species | seguine |
| Varietry | 'Tropic Snow' |
| Common Name | Dumb Cane |
| Flower Colour | cream |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Araceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, cream |
| 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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