Dieffenbachia 'Leopard Lily'

Botanical: Dieffenbachia oerstedii

Common: Dieffenbachia Leopard Lily, Dumb Cane

• Light: Bright Indirect
• Ideal Temperature: 65-80°F
• Humidity: Medium
• Water: When the top 2 inches of soil are dry
• Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
• Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix

• Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions.

• Member of the Araceae family, also known as the Arum family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 3,700 species.
• Dieffenbachia plants are native to the tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

• The common name "Dumb Cane" for Dieffenbachia plants comes from the toxic sap found in the plant's leaves and stems. This sap contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause a range of symptoms if ingested or if it comes into contact with the skin or eyes. One of the most notable symptoms is temporary loss of speech or "dumbness," hence the name "Dumb Cane."
• Dieffenbachia is known for its rapid growth under optimal conditions.