Dieffenbachia

DESCRIPTION

Dieffenbachia is a genus of tropical plants of the Araceae family. More than 30 species of the genus Dieffenbachia are known and are highly prized for their variety of colours and leaf shapes. They are native to South and Central America in humid tropical areas. Also called dieffenbachia, with me no one can, pita.

Scientific name: Dieffenbachia spp.

Curiosities: the sap of the plant is quite toxic so it is advisable to keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

CARE

Light: it can be used as a houseplant, it tolerates low light areas very well, but will grow faster in areas with abundant indirect light. Direct sunlight can cause the leaves to burn.

Temperature: temperate temperatures between 18-30°C and high humidity. It is recommended to avoid placing them in areas with cold draughts.

Substrate: They require light and aerated substrates, such as substrate for green plants, quality universal substrate or a mixture of substrate with perlite.

Watering: Moderate watering. It is best to let the substrate dry out a little between waterings.

Fertilizer: Apply a dose of ideal fertilizer for green plants / houseplants diluted in the irrigation water once every 2-3 weeks during spring-summer.

OBSERVATIONS

Pets: Toxic to pets. More information here.

Height of specimen: 40-60 cm including pot.

Maximum height: Between 80-100 cm (depending on the variety, some are more compact).

Pot diameter: Between 15 and 17 cm.

This plant is shipped with the original nursery pot, made of recycled plastic material. Decorative pot not included.

COMPLEMENTS

In our catalogue you can find a wide range of complements for plants. We recommend you to choose your pot cover from 18 cm upwards so that the plant fits perfectly. Also the best fertilisers and fertilisers to make your plant look splendid.