{"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\n\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\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 called \u003cem\u003eCanne du muet\u003c\/em\u003e, is a decorative indoor plant native to the \u003cstrong\u003etropical forests of Central and South America\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it naturally grows in moist understories. Its green and cream variegated foliage with unique graphic patterns brightens dim 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, ideal for a desk or living room. Discover it in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-faciles-cuidar\"\u003eeasy-care plant selection\u003c\/a\u003e and in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-semisombra\"\u003ecollection for low-light spaces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE DIEFFENBACHIA CHOISIR ? --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-dieffenbachia\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Dieffenbachia variety to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dieffenbachia genus offers several varieties with distinct variegations 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 stature H45 cm. 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 — very creamy and bright leaf center, 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 stature H50 cm. The intermediate 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 green and white patterns, elegant stature H70 cm. 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, imposing stature H80 cm. The majestic XXL version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose the Compacta?\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size (H45 cm) makes it versatile — perfect on a desk, a shelf, or a living room corner without taking up too much space. A graphic variegated foliage in a reasonable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026amp; location\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 office, living room, bedroom, shelf, or low-light room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 25 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rich, and well-draining — universal potting mix 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 even foliage requires balanced exposure on all sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDieffenbachia prefers slightly dry soil over soggy soil — 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 soil surface dry between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e about once a week in spring-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 soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers 50 to 60% humidity — occasionally mist or dust the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e regularly dust large leaves with a damp cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eYellowing leaves almost always indicate overwatering — reduce watering and check that the soil dries well between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts cream variegated foliage naturally brightens dark corners — it brings light where few graphic plants thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn combination:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aglaonema-maria\"\u003eAglaonema Maria\u003c\/a\u003e to play with variegations, 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 decorative pot with relief\u003c\/a\u003e perfectly highlights the cream variegation without competing with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmbiance:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfect on a desk or shelf to create a bright decorative accent in a dimly lit space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach Dieffenbachia leaf has a unique pattern — a truly living plant that never repeats itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\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\u003eOverwatering is its main enemy\u003c\/strong\u003e — always wait for the substrate to be dry on the surface before watering and empty the saucer after each watering. A constantly soggy substrate causes root rot and yellowing leaves. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/diagnostico-de-problemas-de-plantas-de-interior-identificar-y-resolver-los-sintomas-comunes\"\u003ediagnostic guide\u003c\/a\u003e if the leaves change appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear gloves when repotting\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dieffenbachia sap is irritating to skin and mucous membranes. It is safe to handle if you avoid direct contact with the sap. Wash your hands after any contact with 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 bright 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 — in a slightly larger pot with fresh substrate. Growth is moderate — no need to repot too often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical characteristics\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\u003eAdult 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, substrate dry on the surface 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 pets:\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\u003eFeature:\u003c\/strong\u003e graphic green and cream variegated foliage, tolerates low light, compact 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 variegation naturally varies depending on the season and exposure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56709162795273,"sku":"9693","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/dieffenbachia-compacta-o17-cm-h45-cm-verdeia-2473472.jpg?v=1774503883","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/dieffenbachia-compacta-17cm-45cm","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}