Dieffenbachia

🌿 Dieffenbachia (Dumb Cane) Care Guide

🌞 Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light.

• Can tolerate low light, but leaves may lose color.

• Avoid direct sunlight — it burns the leaves.

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 2 inches of soil feel dry.

• Do not overwater — Dieffenbachia is sensitive to root rot.

• Reduce watering in winter.

🌡 Temperature

• Ideal: 18–30°C

• Protect from cold drafts. Avoid temperatures below 15°C.

🌫 Humidity

• Loves medium–high humidity.

• Mist occasionally or use a humidifier if indoor air is dry.

🌱 Soil

• Use well-draining mix:

  • Garden soil + coco peat + perlite

  • Or a general indoor potting mix

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed once a month (spring–summer) with balanced NPK (e.g., 20-20-20).

• No fertilizer in winter.