{"title":"Dieffenbachia","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tropical indoor plant highly valued for its spectacular foliage. Its large variegated leaves immediately catch the eye and easily create an elegant botanical atmosphere in an apartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe different varieties of Dieffenbachia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral varieties of Dieffenbachia exist, each featuring slightly different leaf patterns. Among the most well-known are \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia Camille\u003c\/strong\u003e, appreciated for its large light green leaves bordered by dark green, and \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia Compacta\u003c\/strong\u003e, a more compact variety ideal for small spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOther varieties like \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia Seguine\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia Tropic Snow\u003c\/strong\u003e are also sought after for their generous leaves and highly decorative appearance. Thanks to their dense foliage, these plants are perfect for creating a tropical vibe indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAn ideal plant to bring greenery into an apartment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDieffenbachia easily finds its place in an urban interior. It can be placed in a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/salon\"\u003eliving room\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/chambre\"\u003ebedroom\u003c\/a\u003e, or even an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bureau\"\u003eoffice\u003c\/a\u003e, where it immediately adds volume and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a botanical decor, it can be paired with other tropical plants like those from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/monstera\"\u003eMonstera\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/philodendron-alocasia-1\"\u003ePhilodendron \u0026amp; Alocasia\u003c\/a\u003e collections to create a stronger urban jungle effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo learn how to properly care for your indoor plants, you can consult our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/guide-entretien-plantes\"\u003ecare guide\u003c\/a\u003e or discover our tips on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/bien-arroser-ses-plantes\"\u003ehow to water your plants correctly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dieffenbachia-mars-canne-du-muet-d17cm-50cm","title":"Dieffenbachia 'Mars' (Dumb Cane) – H50 cm | Pot Ø17 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"dieffenbachia-mars\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Dark green foliage with cream-white spots • 🎨 Contrasting graphic patterns • ☀️ Partial shade to indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H50 cm | Pot Ø17 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cem\u003edumb cane\u003c\/em\u003e, is a compact, graphic tropical plant native to the \u003cstrong\u003etropical forests of Central and South America\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its dark green oval foliage, adorned with spectacular cream-white spots, creates a striking contrast - each leaf features unique patterns, as if hand-painted, that brighten interiors in indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-de-apartamento\"\u003ehouseplants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-faciles-cuidar\"\u003eeasy-care plants\u003c\/a\u003e in the Verdeia catalog.\u003c\/header\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"varietes-dieffenbachia\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich Dieffenbachia variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dieffenbachia genus offers a wide variety of patterns and sizes. Here is how to place \u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars'\u003c\/em\u003e among the catalog's options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) - cream-white spots on a dark green background, compact 50 cm format. The most graphic and contrasting variety in the compact range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-compacta-17cm-45cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia Compacta\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - finer white spots on dark green foliage, dense and compact growth, slightly smaller 45 cm format. The choice for denser, more regular foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-camilla-cana-del-mudo\"\u003eDieffenbachia Camilla\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - cream-white foliage with a green border, very bright, 45 cm. The choice for an inverted, predominantly light-colored palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-tropic-snow\"\u003eDieffenbachia Tropic Snow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - spectacular white central vein on a green background, upright growth, 70 cm. The choice for a highly architectural central pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-vesuvius-27cm-80cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia Vesuvius\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - spectacular green and white marbling, large 80 cm size. The choice for a highly impactful XXL format in a large space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLight \u0026amp; placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars' thrives in indirect light - this is what keeps its cream-white spots intense and well defined. It is one of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/10-plantas-faciles-mantenimiento-citadinos\"\u003eeasy-care plants for city dwellers\u003c\/a\u003e that tolerate variable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to bright indirect light - protected from direct sun, which can scorch the leaves and fade the patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn very low light:\u003c\/strong\u003e the cream-white spots gradually turn green - move it to a brighter location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocations:\u003c\/strong\u003e living room, bedroom, office, reading nook - near an east- or north-facing window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eGood indirect light intensifies the cream-white spots on the foliage - place it 1 to 2 meters from a bright window for optimal contrast without the risk of scorching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars' prefers slightly moist soil that should never remain waterlogged - let the top 2 to 3 centimeters dry out before watering again. Proper \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/riego-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-no-volver-a-regar-demasiado\"\u003ewatering for tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e is the key to dense, contrasting foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e about once a week in spring and summer, every two weeks in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential - use a pot with drainage holes and avoid water standing in the decorative pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e mist the leaves regularly to recreate the atmosphere of its native tropical understory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants every 2 to 3 weeks in spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e remove dead or yellowing leaves at the base - wear gloves, as the sap is irritating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eGently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shine and contrasting patterns - dust quickly dulls the cream-white color and reduces photosynthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"deco\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark green and cream-white contrast of Dieffenbachia 'Mars' makes it a natural accent plant in any plant arrangement - its graphic patterns immediately create visual interest for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/combinar-plantas-ambiente-tropical\"\u003ecreating a tropical atmosphere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a graphic arrangement on a console,\u003c\/strong\u003e place Dieffenbachia 'Mars' alongside a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/monstera-deliciosa-planta-con-agujeros-falso-filodendro-planta-queso-suizo\"\u003eMonstera deliciosa\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-orbifolia-planta-pavo-real-tropical\"\u003eCalathea Orbifolia\u003c\/a\u003e - the Dieffenbachia's cream-white spots, the Monstera's graphic splits, and the Calathea's silvery stripes create three distinct patterns within the same tropical palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a highly graphic contrasting duo,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-elastica-abidjan\"\u003eFicus elastica 'Abidjan'\u003c\/a\u003e - the bright cream-white spots of the Dieffenbachia contrast with the Ficus's almost-black green for a highly sophisticated two-tone palette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a light gray or matte white ceramic decorative pot,\u003c\/strong\u003e the neutral ceramic tones highlight the dark green and cream-white contrast of the foliage - choose a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/macetas-ceramica\"\u003ematte ceramic decorative pot\u003c\/a\u003e without a pattern so the graphic foliage remains the only decorative accent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn a shelf or desk,\u003c\/strong\u003e its compact 50 cm format makes it an ideal accent plant for small spaces - pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/filodendro-campii-filodendro-tropical-de-interior\"\u003ePhilodendron campii\u003c\/a\u003e for a highly complementary duo of compact tropical foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"conseils-verdeia\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways wear gloves when pruning or repotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dieffenbachia sap contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause skin irritation and burns to the mucous membranes if ingested - wash your hands thoroughly after handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotate the plant a quarter turn every two weeks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dieffenbachia 'Mars' naturally directs its leaves toward the light - regular rotation ensures balanced foliage on all sides and keeps the cream-white patterns visible from every angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepot every 1 to 2 years in spring in well-draining soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dieffenbachia is a vigorous grower that roots quickly, and properly carried out \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/trasplante-de-plantas-de-interior-cuando-como-y-en-que-trasplantar-guia-completa\"\u003erepotting of houseplants\u003c\/a\u003e encourages new growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mars'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumb cane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical forests of Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize on delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e H50 cm | Pot Ø17 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to bright indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; let the top 2-3 cm dry out between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 – 27 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic to animals and children - sap irritates the skin and mucous membranes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graphic \/ Tropical \/ Contemporary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEvery plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The patterns and intensity of the cream-white spots naturally vary depending on light and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56237374439689,"sku":"2850","price":37.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/dieffenbachia-mars-canne-du-muet-o17cm-50cm-verdeia-9963661.jpg?v=1775142990"},{"product_id":"dieffenbachia-tropic-snow","title":"Dieffenbachia Tropic Snow (Dumb Cane)","description":"\u003csection id=\"dieffenbachia-tropic-snow\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Cream-white variegated foliage • 🏔️ Upright growth on canes • 🌑 Tolerates partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌬️ Air-purifying • 🪴 2 sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Tropic Snow'\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as \u003cem\u003eDumb Cane\u003c\/em\u003e, has large oval leaves whose centers are extensively covered in cream white, leaving only a border and bright-green veins. Native to the \u003cstrong\u003etropical understories of Central and South America\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is the brightest of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dieffenbachia\"\u003eDieffenbachias\u003c\/a\u003e in the catalogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts distinctive feature is the extent of its variegation: while most varieties are limited to speckles, 'Tropic Snow' has white areas covering most of the leaf blade. This chlorophyll-poor surface explains its slower growth compared with green varieties, as well as its dependence on sufficient light to maintain the contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"varietes-dieffenbachia\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Dieffenbachia variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genus comes in many different patterns and sizes — here are the varieties in the catalogue:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Tropic Snow'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — white areas covering most of the leaf blade, with an upright growth habit (2 sizes: H70 cm | Pot Ø19 cm and H100 cm | Pot Ø21 cm). The brightest and most imposing variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-camilla-canne-du-muet\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Camilla'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clear cream-white center surrounded by a fine dark-green border. The most contrasting variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-mars-canne-du-muet-d17cm-50cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark green background finely speckled with cream white. The most understated variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-compacta-17cm-45cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Compacta'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — speckled green foliage with a compact growth habit. The most compact variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-vesuvius-27cm-80cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Vesuvius'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — very large deep-green leaves with light veins (H80 cm | Pot Ø27 cm). The most majestic variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Tropic Snow' tolerates partial shade but gradually loses its distinctive character there: new leaves unfurl noticeably greener, as the plant compensates for the lack of light by producing more chlorophyll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light to partial shade — never direct sun, which burns the white areas within a few hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e living room, office, bedroom, entrance hall — away from radiators and drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 27 °C — minimum 15 °C, with no sudden fluctuations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich and well-draining — universal potting soil amended with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIf newly unfurled leaves emerge greener than the older ones, this signals insufficient light: moving the plant closer to a window restores variegation on subsequent growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDieffenbachia prefers slightly dry substrate to waterlogged substrate: excess water causes the base of the canes to rot before the foliage shows any reaction. A lightweight mix of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/comprendre-substrats-terreau-billes-argile-perlite\"\u003eperlite and clay pebbles\u003c\/a\u003e reduces this risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — let the surface of the substrate dry to a depth of 2 to 3 cm, about once a week in spring and summer, and every 2 to 3 weeks in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — a pot with drainage holes, clay pebbles at the bottom, and a saucer emptied after every watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e it prefers 50 to 70% — mist the foliage during the heating season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e the large surfaces collect dust — \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/nettoyer-faire-briller-feuillage\"\u003eregularly wiping with a damp cloth\u003c\/a\u003e restores the white-and-green contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e half-diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants, once a month from April to September only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2 to 3 years in spring, in a slightly larger pot, wearing gloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eYellowing of the lower leaves normally accompanies the cane's growth; yellowing that spreads to the upper leaves, however, indicates overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecorating ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts white patches reflect the available light and visibly brighten a dark corner. This plant works best in front of a plain backdrop, where the leaf pattern can be seen without competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a duo of variegated foliage,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aglaonema-silver-bay\"\u003eAglaonema 'Silver Bay'\u003c\/a\u003e with silvery leaves — two partial-shade plants, two light variegation patterns, but very different leaf scales.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a bold contrast,\u003c\/strong\u003e place a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-vesuvius-27cm-80cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Vesuvius'\u003c\/a\u003e with deep green foliage beside it — same genus, same growth habit, contrasting variegation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo prolong the brightness of the foliage,\u003c\/strong\u003e place the H70 cm size in a ridged \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/elho-vibes-fold-22cm-blanc-cache-pot-design\"\u003ewhite Elho Vibes Fold Ø22 cm decorative pot\u003c\/a\u003e — the matte white precisely echoes the tone of the leaf blade markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo accentuate the contrast,\u003c\/strong\u003e the H100 cm size can be placed in an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cache-pot-elho-brussels-round-anthracite\"\u003eanthracite Elho Brussels decorative pot Ø25 cm\u003c\/a\u003e — the dark grey makes the white stand out through direct contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe H70 cm size is suitable for a low piece of furniture or a desk corner; the H100 cm size stands alone on the floor and serves as a focal point in a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear gloves whenever handling the plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e the sap contains calcium oxalate crystals that strongly irritate the skin and mucous membranes. Repotting, propagation, pruning dry leaves — gloves are essential, followed by handwashing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenew a bare cane:\u003c\/strong\u003e with age, the stem loses its lower leaves and becomes bare. A clean cut 20 cm above the substrate in spring triggers the growth of two to three new shoots, and the removed section can be propagated directly in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn the pot a quarter turn each month:\u003c\/strong\u003e the large leaves strongly orient themselves toward the light and unbalance the silhouette within a few weeks. Regular rotation keeps the plant symmetrical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia seguine\u003c\/em\u003e 'Tropic Snow'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumb cane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical undergrowth of Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize upon delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 sizes available, H70 cm | Pot Ø19 cm and H100 cm | Pot Ø21 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 1.50 metres indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light to partial shade, never direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, allow the surface of the substrate to dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 to 70%, misting appreciated in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich and well-draining, pH 6.0 to 7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, upright habit on thick canes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e evergreen, large oval leaves widely variegated in creamy white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e air-purifying, filters volatile organic compounds from indoor air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic if ingested, sap irritating to the skin and mucous membranes (calcium oxalates)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright \/ Urban jungle \/ Contemporary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: the number of canes, leaf size, and extent of the white areas naturally vary according to growing conditions and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"H70 cm | Pot Ø19 cm","offer_id":56912332587273,"sku":"8647","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H100 cm | Pot Ø21 cm","offer_id":57281987019017,"sku":"54139","price":46.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/dieffenbachia-seguine-tropic-snow-o19-cm-h70-cm-verdeia-6697942.jpg?v=1774881806"},{"product_id":"dieffenbachia-vesuvius-27cm-80cm","title":"Dieffenbachia 'Vesuvius' (Dumb cane) — H80 cm | Pot Ø27 cm","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-content verdeia-product\" id=\"dieffenbachia-vesuvius\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Large dark green and cream white marbled leaves • ☀️ Partial shade to indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🏙️ XXL structural plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eNative to the \u003cstrong\u003etropical forests of Central and South America\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Vesuvius' naturally grows in moist, shaded undergrowth. Its large oval dark green leaves with irregular cream white marbled patterns — each leaf different from the next — give it a striking graphic and luminous presence. At 80 cm, it is a major structural plant among our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/grandes-plantas-plantas-xxl\"\u003elarge indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-tropicales\"\u003etropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/header\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE DIEFFENBACHIA CHOISIR ? --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"varietes-dieffenbachia\" aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Dieffenbachia variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Dieffenbachia genus offers very different sizes and patterns — here is how 'Vesuvius' compares with the other varieties in the catalog:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Vesuvius'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — large dark green leaves with cream white marbled patterns, imposing stature (H80 cm | Pot Ø27 cm). The most graphic XXL version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-tropic-snow\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Tropic Snow'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — green and white leaves with a spectacular white central vein, upright habit (H75 cm | Pot Ø21 cm). The most elegant white-veined version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-mars-cana-del-mudo-d17cm-50cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark green leaves with contrasting cream white spots, medium size (H50 cm | Pot Ø17 cm). The most compact and contrasting version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-camilla-cana-del-mudo\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Camilla'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — cream white leaves with green edges, very bright, compact size. The whitest and brightest version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-compacta-17cm-45cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Compacta'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark green leaves speckled with white, dense and bushy habit (H45 cm | Pot Ø17 cm). The most compact version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to bright indirect light — avoid direct sun, which burns and fades the marbled patterns. Good light enhances the contrast between the dark green and the creamy white.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e spacious living room, bright entrance, office, reading corner near an east- or north-facing window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, airy, and well-drained — potting soil for green plants mixed with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — let the top 2 to 3 cm of substrate dry out between waterings. Its fleshy stems store some water reserve and tolerate neglect better than ferns or Calatheas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 1 to 2 times per week in spring-summer, reduced in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — pot with drainage holes and saucer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers 50–60% humidity — mist leaves regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2 to 3 weeks in spring-summer, diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e remove dead or yellowing leaves at the base — wear gloves, the sap irritates skin and mucous membranes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"associations-deco\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntrance focal point:\u003c\/strong\u003e placed alone in a bright entrance, its large marbled leaves immediately create a strong and graphic plant presence — it is one of the most effective plants to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/plantas-xxl-cuales-elegir-y-como-integrarlas\"\u003estructure a large indoor space\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge-plant arrangement:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/strelitzia-nicolai\"\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/a\u003e with large paddle-shaped leaves and a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zamioculcas-planta-zz-1\"\u003eZamioculcas\u003c\/a\u003e with shiny green foliage — three distinct shapes, three very different textures for a very structured \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/combinar-plantas-ambiente-tropical\"\u003etropical-style\u003c\/a\u003e arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maceta-elho-brussels-redonda-antracita\"\u003eBrussels anthracite\u003c\/a\u003e pot or a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maceta-decorativa-elho-bfor-soft-antracita\"\u003eBfor soft anthracite\u003c\/a\u003e pot creates a strong contrast with the cream white foliage — dark tones enhance the brightness of the marbled patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"tips\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear gloves when pruning or repotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dieffenbachia sap contains calcium oxalate crystals that irritate skin and mucous membranes — wash your hands after handling and avoid touching your eyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagate it easily in spring:\u003c\/strong\u003e cut a stem with 2 to 3 leaves and place it in a glass of water — \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/esquejes-plantas-guia-completo-multiplicacion\"\u003epropagating plants by cuttings\u003c\/a\u003e is especially simple with this species, which roots in 2 to 3 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotate the pot every two weeks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dieffenbachia orients its large leaves toward the light — regular rotation ensures a balanced and even silhouette from all sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Vesuvius'\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumb cane, Dieffenbachia\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical forests of Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize at delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e H80 cm | Pot Ø27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 100–150 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to bright indirect light — avoid direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — let the top 2 to 3 cm dry out between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e pH 6.0–7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy — ideal for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic to pets and children if ingested (calcium oxalate crystals) — sap irritates on contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e urban jungle \/ graphic \/ tropical\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The patterns and intensity of variegation naturally vary from leaf to leaf.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56333251346697,"sku":"12121","price":108.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/dieffenbachia-vesuvius-o27cm-h80cm-verdeia-8501267.jpg?v=1774807626"},{"product_id":"dieffenbachia-compacta-17cm-45cm","title":"Dieffenbachia Compacta (Dumb Cane) - H45 cm | Pot Ø17 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"dieffenbachia-compacta-17x45\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Green and cream variegated foliage • 🎨 Large decorative leaves • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H45 cm | Ø17 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Compacta'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cem\u003eDumb Cane\u003c\/em\u003e, is a decorative houseplant native to the \u003cstrong\u003etropical forests of Central and South America\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it naturally grows in humid understory. Its green and cream variegated foliage, with unique graphic patterns, brightens low-light spaces with natural elegance - each leaf is different, never identical to the previous one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eEasy to care for, tolerant of low light, and ideal for a desk or living room. A reliable choice among \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-faciles-cuidar\"\u003eeasy-care plants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-semisombra\"\u003eplants for low-light spaces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE DIEFFENBACHIA CHOISIR ? --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-dieffenbachia\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Dieffenbachia variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dieffenbachia genus offers several varieties with distinct variegation patterns and sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Compacta'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) - green and cream variegated foliage, compact H45 cm growth habit. The classic compact version, ideal for a desk or shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-camilla-cana-del-mudo\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Camilla'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - a very creamy, bright leaf center, in the same compact size. The brightest version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-mars-cana-del-mudo-d17cm-50cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - green and cream variegation, medium H50 cm growth habit. The mid-size version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-tropic-snow\"\u003eDieffenbachia seguine 'Tropic Snow'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - tropical snow patterns in green and white, an elegant H70 cm growth habit. The elegant tropical version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-vesuvius-27cm-80cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Vesuvius'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - large dark green and cream leaves, an impressive H80 cm growth habit. The majestic XXL version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose Compacta?\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size (H45 cm) makes it versatile - perfect on a desk, shelf, or living room corner without taking over the space. Graphic variegated foliage in a reasonable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia Compacta\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the few variegated plants that truly tolerates low light - a valuable quality for dimly lit interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade, soft indirect light — tolerates low light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e desk, living room, bedroom, shelf, or low-light room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 25 °C, with no sudden changes or drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rich, and well-draining — universal potting soil with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eTurn the plant a quarter turn every week — its leaves follow the light, and uniform foliage requires balanced exposure on all sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDieffenbachia prefers slightly dry substrate to waterlogged substrate — excess water is its main cause of problems. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/prueba-del-dedo-el-metodo-infalible-para-saber-cuando-regar-tus-plantas\"\u003efinger test\u003c\/a\u003e remains the most reliable method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — let the substrate dry on the surface between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e about once a week in spring and summer, reduced in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e it thrives with 50 to 60% humidity — mist occasionally or dust the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a month in spring and summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e regularly dust the large leaves with a damp cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eLeaves that turn yellow almost always indicate overwatering — reduce watering and make sure the substrate dries well between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts cream-variegated foliage naturally brightens dark corners — it brings light to places where few graphic plants thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aglaonema-maria\"\u003eAglaonema Maria\u003c\/a\u003e to play with variegation, or with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/calatea-maranta-1\"\u003eCalathea or Maranta\u003c\/a\u003e for a tropical arrangement with varied graphic foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maceta-relieve-blanca-ceramica\"\u003ewhite ceramic embossed decorative pot\u003c\/a\u003e perfectly highlights the cream variegation without competing with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAtmosphere:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfect on a desk or shelf to create a bright decorative accent in a low-light space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach Dieffenbachia leaf has a unique pattern — a living plant in the truest sense, one that is never repeated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcess water is its main enemy\u003c\/strong\u003e — always wait until the surface of the substrate is dry before watering and empty the saucer after each watering. Constantly waterlogged substrate causes root rot and yellowing leaves. Changes in the appearance of the leaves can be quickly identified with a good \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/diagnostico-de-problemas-de-plantas-de-interior-identificar-y-resolver-los-sintomas-comunes\"\u003ediagnosis\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear gloves when repotting it\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dieffenbachia sap is irritating to the skin and mucous membranes. Handling it is safe as long as you avoid direct contact with the sap. Wash your hands after any work on the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariegation intensifies with light\u003c\/strong\u003e — the brighter the location (without direct sun), the more pronounced and luminous the cream areas will be. In a space that is too dark, new leaves will grow back greener.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepot every 2 to 3 years in spring\u003c\/strong\u003e — into a slightly larger pot with fresh substrate. Growth is moderate — there is no need to repot too often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Compacta'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumb cane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical forests of Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 60–80 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade, soft indirect light — tolerates low light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, let the surface of the substrate dry out between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic if ingested (irritating sap)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical \/ Decorative \/ Urban jungle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e graphic green and cream variegated foliage, tolerates low light, compact growth habit, each leaf unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the variegation naturally varies depending on the season and exposure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56709162795273,"sku":"9693","price":37.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/dieffenbachia-compacta-o17-cm-h45-cm-verdeia-2473472.jpg?v=1774503883"},{"product_id":"dieffenbachia-camilla-canne-du-muet","title":"Dieffenbachia Camilla (Dumb cane)","description":"\u003csection id=\"dieffenbachia-camilla\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Creamy-white and dark green variegated foliage • ☀️ Indirect light to partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 🏙️ Brightens dark rooms • 🌬️ Air-purifying • 🪴 2 sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Camilla'\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eDumb cane\u003c\/em\u003e, is a tropical plant native to the \u003cstrong\u003ehumid forests of Central and South America\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its large oval leaves, with a bright creamy-white center bordered by a fine dark green edge, create luminous, contrasting foliage that immediately brightens dimly lit interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts distinctive feature is the sharpness of the boundary: unlike speckled varieties, the white here covers the entire center of the leaf blade in one continuous area, framed by a regular green border. Two sizes available, from a desk plant to a low-cabinet plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-dieffenbachia\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Dieffenbachia variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dieffenbachia\"\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/a\u003e genus comes in several sizes and variegation patterns:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia 'Camilla'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — a continuous creamy-white center bordered by dark green (2 sizes: H35 cm | Pot Ø12 cm and H45 cm | Pot Ø17 cm). The most contrasting version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-tropic-snow\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Tropic Snow'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — white areas covering most of the leaf blade on an upright plant. The brightest and most imposing version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-mars-canne-du-muet-d17cm-50cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Mars'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark green background finely speckled with creamy white. The most understated version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-compacta-17cm-45cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Compacta'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — speckled green foliage with a compact growth habit. The most compact version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-vesuvius-27cm-80cm\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Vesuvius'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — very large deep green leaves with light veins (H80 cm | Pot Ø27 cm). The most majestic version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Camilla' tolerates partial shade but gradually loses its distinctive character there: new leaves unfurl greener as the plant compensates for the lack of light by producing more chlorophyll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e soft indirect light to partial shade — never direct sun, which burns the leaf blade and causes the white to fade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e hallway, bedroom, office, or dimly lit room — away from radiators and drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 27°C, with no sudden fluctuations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich and well-draining — universal potting soil amended with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIts cream-white center reflects the available light and visually brightens the space: it is one of the few plants that benefits from being placed in a dim corner rather than in front of a window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDieffenbachia prefers slightly dry substrate to waterlogged substrate: excess water causes the stem bases to rot before the foliage reacts. A lightened mix of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/comprendre-substrats-terreau-billes-argile-perlite\"\u003eperlite and clay pebbles\u003c\/a\u003e helps limit this risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — let the surface of the substrate dry to a depth of 2 cm, approximately once a week in spring and summer, and much less frequently in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e a pot with drainage holes is essential — place clay pebbles at the bottom and empty the saucer after each watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers 50 to 70% — mist the foliage during the heating season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/nettoyer-faire-briller-feuillage\"\u003eregularly wiping the leaves with a damp cloth\u003c\/a\u003e preserves the cream-white sheen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid fertilizer for green plants, diluted by half, once a month from April to September only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2 to 3 years in spring, using a slightly larger pot and wearing gloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eYellowing lower leaves normally accompanies stem growth; yellowing that spreads to the upper leaves, however, indicates overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts white and green foliage creates a bright focal point that structures the space without cluttering it. Its compact sizes make it better suited to a desk or shelf than the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a duo of variegated foliage plants,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aglaonema-silver-bay\"\u003eAglaonema 'Silver Bay'\u003c\/a\u003e with silvery leaves — the same tolerance for shade, two light variegations with very different patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a contrasting genus,\u003c\/strong\u003e place a large \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-tropic-snow\"\u003eDieffenbachia 'Tropic Snow'\u003c\/a\u003e beside it — the same family, the same bright aesthetic, two complementary scales.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo enhance the brightness of the foliage,\u003c\/strong\u003e place the Ø12 cm size in a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pot-gabriel-rond-blanc-ceramique-14cm\"\u003ematte white Gabriel decorative pot Ø14 cm\u003c\/a\u003e with a honeycomb texture — the white exactly matches the tone of the leaf centers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo accentuate the contrast,\u003c\/strong\u003e the Ø17 cm size can be placed in an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/pot-mayk-lead-d20\"\u003eanthracite Mayk Lead decorative pot Ø20 cm\u003c\/a\u003e with a brushed metal finish—the dark gray makes the white stand out through direct contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe H35 cm size can be placed on a desk or shelf; the H45 cm size is best installed on a low piece of furniture, where the foliage pattern can be viewed at eye level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear gloves whenever handling it:\u003c\/strong\u003e the sap contains calcium oxalate crystals that strongly irritate the skin and mucous membranes. Repotting, propagation, pruning dry leaves—always wear gloves, then wash your hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMove it closer to the light if the white fades:\u003c\/strong\u003e newly unfurled leaves that are greener than the older ones indicate insufficient light. Changing its location restores the variegation on subsequent shoots, never on leaves that have already formed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRevive a bare stem:\u003c\/strong\u003e with age, the base loses its leaves and becomes bare. A clean cut 15 cm above the substrate in spring triggers new shoots, and the removed section can be propagated directly in the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Camilla'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dumb cane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical forests of Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 sizes available, H35 cm | Pot Ø12 cm and H45 cm | Pot Ø17 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 1 meter indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e indirect light to partial shade, never direct sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, allow the surface of the substrate to dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 to 70%, misting appreciated in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich and well-draining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, upright and compact habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e evergreen, oval leaves with a creamy white center edged in dark green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e air-purifying, filters volatile organic compounds from indoor air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic if ingested, sap irritating to the skin and mucous membranes (calcium oxalates)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright \/ Elegant \/ Urban jungle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: the number of stems, leaf size, and extent of the white center naturally vary according to growing light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"H45 cm | Pot Ø17 cm","offer_id":56902855819529,"sku":"9707","price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"H35 cm | Pot Ø12 cm","offer_id":56902855852297,"sku":"9601","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/dieffenbachia-camilla-o17-cm-h45-cm-verdeia-4806291.jpg?v=1774502967"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/collections\/dieffenbachia-7109611.png?v=1770680894","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/collections\/dieffenbachia-plants.oembed","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}