Plant Bio
The dumb cane was given its scientific name, dieffenbachia, in the 1800s by Heinrich Wilhelm Scott, director of the Viennese Botanical Gardens, to honour his head gardener, Joseph Dieffenbach
It’s used to growing in humid conditions in dappled forests, so it loves lots of moisture in the air and a lot of bright, indirect light. It will also appreciate a feed with liquid fertiliser once per month in spring and summer. With the right conditions, it will grow quickly to become a really impressive houseplant.
Plant Care
Water
Water once a week or when the soil starts to become slightly dry at the top. Keep the soil lightly moist at all times, but do not overwater as this will cause brown spots and leaf drop. Curly or dry leaves suggest, the plant is dry and needs watering. Water in the early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Always check your soil before watering.
Sunlight
Bright indoor light or indirect sun. 6 hours to 8 hours
Ambient
Maintain temperatures between 18°C - 24°C. Avoid draughts as these can create undesirable temperature fluctuations. Consider giving your plant an occasional misting twice every week to maintain the optimum humidity level
Nutrients
Apply liquid fertilizer once in 15 days when the plant is actively growing.