{"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","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/tropic-snow-dumb-cane","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}