Dieffenbachia Compacta, Perfecta - Plant

1. After purchasing Dieffenbachia if the pot is too small, proceed to re-pot so that the plant may grow properly.
2. When plant overgrows in the current pot, then after every 2 or 3 years and preferably in spring, re-pot your Dieffenbachia plant in a pot of a slightly larger size.

Yes, as per published research Dieffenbachia is an air-cleaning plant, It removes formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene like pollutants.

Dieffenbachia is a tropical plant so it will not grow in water.

Sunlight - Keep the plant in natural indirect bright light or artificial bright light. Protect the plant from direct harsh sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage. Soil - The soil should be well-drained and fertile rich in organic content. Watering - Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season. Application of Fertilizer - During the main growing(summer-rainy) season(April-September)feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.

Yes, Dieffenbachia is a perfect indoor decorative plant.

Yes, Dieffenbachia is a popular indoor plant.

Dieffenbachia prefers partial sunlight but will tolerate full shade.The direct harsh sunlight can damage the plant leaves.

Dieffenbachia bloom rearly, Dieffenbachia has a unique type of flower a spathe and spadix make up the inflorescence.

Dieffenbachia is mildly toxic if you eat the leaves, stalk, or root of this plant.

1.Water - Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
2. fertilizer - Apply any organic fertilizer. During the main growing season(April-September) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month. Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.

Dieffenbachia is a tropical plant so it will not grow in water.

Dieffenbachia can be grown outside in a shady location but must be protected from the cold.

Water it when topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer season and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.

Yellowing of leaves may be due to Insufficient light, less or overwatering and cold temperature. So make sure your plant is getting enough amount of bright indirect sunlight, water it when the upper layer of the soil(1-2 inch) feels dry to touch. Check the moisture in the soil before watering it, Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water. Do not overwater the plant. This plant doesn’t like to sit in waterlogged soil, so drainage is important to prevent rot. Check the drainage hole to allow excess water to escape. Protect your plant from a cold climate by keeping it in a mildly warm and dry location.

Dieffenbachia can be grown outside in a shady location but must be protected from the cold.

Before snipping the stems, sterilize and clean your pruning shears with a alcohol base solution. Take cuttings from the base, middle, or lower section of the Dieffenbachia plant. Cut at least 3- 4″ inches of the cane. Remove any leaves and place the cutting in direct sunlight or leave it to dry overnight. Next, dip them in a high-quality rooting medium. Now, prepare a pot with potting soil made from half sand and half peat moss. Moisten the mix thoroughly. Place the Dieffenbachia cuttings horizontally into the potting mix, with the bottom portion inserted into the soil and the leaf bud above the soil. Keep the potting mix in a warm location at around 24°C and moist for optimal root growth. You can also cover the plant cutting with a plastic sheet to keep the soil moist and humidity levels constant. Keep watering the plant whenever the soil looks dry.

Curling of Dieffenbachia leaves are usually caused by spider mites or other types of pests, but could also be caused by excess fertilizer, under watering, or extreme temperature changes like cold or hot drafts.

Yellowing of leaves may be due to Insufficient light, less or overwatering and cold temperature. So make sure your plant is getting enough amount of bright indirect sunlight, water it when the upper layer of the soil(1-2 inch) feels dry to touch. Check the moisture in the soil before watering it, Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water. Do not overwater the plant. This plant doesn’t like to sit in waterlogged soil, so drainage is important to prevent rot. Check the drainage hole to allow excess water to escape. Protect your plant from a cold climate by keeping it in a mildly warm and dry location.

Dieffenbachia bloom rearly, Dieffenbachia has a unique type of flower a spathe and spadix make up the inflorescence.

You can place Dieffenbachia indoors where indirect bright light is available.