Light
Use indirect light and protect from cold drafts.
Learn how to care for your green friend
Dumb Cane
Dieffenbachia seguine
Tropical & indoor plants · Planned variety
Meet your green friend.
Dumb Cane (Dieffenbachia seguine) has a erect growth form. Foliage shapes recorded for this species: cordate, elliptical, lanceolate, oblong. Flower colours recorded: green, insignificant, white.
A space where it can thrive
Growth habit: erect. Indoor conditions and winter outdoor hardiness are different; use the light and moisture advice for your growing space.
Ask about availabilityAvailability, size, pot and price will be confirmed in store. Pictures illustrate the plant type.
Studio illustration. Appearance varies with age, variety and growing conditions. Botanical photo reference: Dezidor , · Source · CC BY 3.0.
Your care routine
Watering
Water thoroughly after the upper 2.5 cm of mix dries; allow excess water to drain.
Soil & drainage
Suitable textures: High Organic Matter. Soil reaction: Acid (<6.0), Neutral (6.0-8.0).
Outdoor hardiness
Outdoor winter hardiness reported: USDA zones 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b. This is not an indoor temperature setting.
Humidity
Higher humidity is suitable.
Through the seasons
Reported flowering season: spring, summer. Bloom timing varies with climate and cultivar.
Pets & little ones
The source lists high poisoning severity. Reported harmful parts: leaves, roots, sap/juice, stems. Do not ingest; keep away from children and pets.
Grow with your neighbourhood store.
Independent, family-owned and right here in Uptown New Westminster. Browse before your visit and keep this guide handy at home.
Visit The Golden BazaarCare references
Guidance is a starting point. Adjust watering to your plant, pot, light and season; follow fertilizer labels and check outdoor cultivar hardiness.