Dieffenbachia 'Cool Beauty'

• Botanical Name: Dieffenbachia 'Cool Beauty'

• Common Name(s):Dumb Cane, Cool Beauty

• Description: Dieffenbachia is a perennial herbaceous plant with a straight stem, simple and alternate leaves containing white spots and flecks, making it attractive as indoor foliage. Species in this genus are popular as houseplants because of their tolerance of shade.

Light

This plant does better in a low light environment. Dieffenbachia plants will sunburn if they get any direct sun at all, and the leaves will yellow and curl. 

Pet Friendly

NOT Pet Safe

Water

Check the soil to make sure it is dry an inch down before watering the Dieffenbachia plant. Plant the Dumb Cane in well-draining soil and water lightly, keeping the soil consistently moist, but not soggy. 

Humidity

Dieffenbachia plants thrive in moderate to high humidity levels (around 60-80%). To maintain humidity, mist the leaves regularly, place the plant near a humidifier, or use a pebble tray with water.

Temperature

The Dieffenbachia plant does well as a houseplant, thriving with year-round room temperatures averaging 65°-75° F. Temperatures below 60° F can harm the plant.

Difficulty Level

Easy