Dieffenbachia seguine

Dumb Cane

2.0 Collector Rating
Wild Species
£ · CommonHighNative to the West Indies and northern South America; widely grown as an interior foliage plant across temperate climates.

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Morphology

leaf ShapeBroadly ovate to oblong
leaf Length25-45cm
leaf Width12-20cm
petiole ColorPale green, sheathing
venationPinnate
textureSemi-glossy
variegationCream and green mottling/blotching
growth HabitUpright single or clumping cane

About

Dumb Cane gets its common name from the calcium oxalate crystals in its sap, which cause a temporary numbing of the mouth and throat if chewed, a defence mechanism that has done little to dent its popularity as a bold, easy-care foliage plant. Its broad, cream-and-green mottled leaves grow from a thick, cane-like stem that closely resembles a small tropical tree by maturity. Native to the understorey of Caribbean and northern South American forests, it favours warm, humid conditions but adapts readily to average indoor environments. Older canes can be air-layered or cut back hard, since the plant readily resprouts from the base or along the remaining stem.

Climate Profile

OriginNative to the West Indies and northern South America; widely grown as an interior foliage plant across temperate climates.
HumidityAverage to high humidity
Temperature18-27°C
LightMedium to bright indirect light
FamilyAraceae
GenusDieffenbachia

Collector Popularity Review

Aroid Atlas Collector Review: Dieffenbachia seguine (Dumb Cane) is ranked as Common rarity on the market. Rating is calculated based on overall cultivation difficulty, aesthetic appeal, and search popularity among active collectors.

Score: 2.0 / 5.0Based on collector index metrics
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Quick Facts

growth HabitUpright, cane-forming
mature Size60cm-1.2m indoors
lightMedium to bright indirect light
humidityAverage to high humidity
temperature18-27°C
difficultyEasy
growth SpeedModerate
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