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Dumb Cane Compacta
Dieffenbachia Compacta
The Dumb Cane Compactas are easy-going, perfect for your home and even your office. There’s nothing dumb about this plant, they have impressive looking, large tear-shaped glossy leaves with bright yellow specks.
Dieffenbachias have also been identified by NASA as one of the best plants for cleaning the air!
They are named ‘Compacta’ because they don’t grow as large as other plants of the same variety.
I might be called a Dumb Cane, but I'm not dumb looking. I have big, tear-shaped leaves, normally flecked with yellow.
Overall plant height including growing pot: 25-35 cm height including growing pot
Growing pot size: Growing pot size 12 cm diameter.
Key Benefits of Dumb Cane Compacta
Purifying and Restorative
We are great believers that plants are beneficial for your well-being. Both mentally and physically.
Tropical plants like the Dieffenbachia Compacta are superb natural air purifiers. They transform carbon dioxide into oxygen and eliminate impurities from the air.
Patterned and bright-coloured leaves have also been proven to improve our ability to focus. A great reason to home the Dieffenbachia in your office!
How to care for Dumb Cane Compacta.
- Place it in a space with bright indirect sunlight. This plant will also tolerate light shade and low humidity.
- The perfect temperature is between 18ºC and 24ºC. Keep away from draughts.
- Wait until the top few inches of the soil are dry before watering it sparingly. Be careful to not drench it.
- You can feed it with a weak fertiliser during the growing season.
- If you notice that the stems are growing too long, trim them back.
The Dumb Cane Compacta Story
Named after Austrian gardener Joseph Dieffenbach, it is believed that, they were nicknamed ‘Dumb Cane’ because, if ingested, its sap can cause swelling of the tongue and temporary loss of speech. Make sure you don’t eat it!
Where is it from?
Originally from the tropical rain forests of South and Central America, especially Brazil, Ecuador and Costa Rica.
Top Tip:
To avoid the plant from reaching toward the light on one side, rotate the Dieffenbachia from time to time.
Good For You!
- Productivity: Researchers determined that plants are beneficial for humans creativity and work performance.
- Skin: Natural purifiers like the Dieffenbachia Compacta help regulate humidity and filter the toxins that clog our pores causing acne and skin irritation.
Is The Dumb Cane Compacta The Right Plant For Me?
Dieffenbachias are easy-going plants that survive well in a variety of conditions. They are not only great as part of your interior decor but also bring a positive impact on your wellbeing!
Toxicity: As we mentioned before, the plant’s sap can cause the mouth tissues to swell so make sure to keep away from pets and children as it is on the toxic side!
How tall does it grow? Compactas don’t grow as tall as other Dieffenbachia varieties, they can reach up to 12 to 14 inches tall.
Useful to know:
Origin
I come from Brazil.
Height/Growth
I'm fairly fast growing and can reach between 1m and 1m 20.
Light
I prefer bright, indirect light but can tolerate light shade. Lower light levels reduce the rate of growth and dull my leaves, but direct sunlight will scorch them.
Water
When the top inches of my soil start to dry out, give me a drink, but don't overwater me.
Temperature
My ideal temperature is between 18-24°C but I can cope with as low as 10°C for short periods. Keep me away from draughts.
Feeding
I'm not too hungry, so will only want a weak dose of fertiliser during growing season.
Grooming
Wipe my leaves with a damp cloth to remove accumulated dust.
Care
If I'm growing too tall, or looking a bit unkempt, trim my stems with sharp shears.
Toxicity
I'm quite poisonous, so keep me away from kids and pets.
Fact
I'm great for your lungs as I help to purify the air!
A gorgeous plant that brings a number of health benefits! Don’t wait any longer and get yours now!
Care Instructions
Light
I prefer bright, indirect light but can tolerate light shade. Lower light levels reduce the rate of growth and dull my leaves, but direct sunlight will scorch them.
Water
When the top inches of my soil start to dry out, give me a drink, but don't overwater me.
Temperature
My ideal temperature is between 18-24°C but I can cope with as low as 10°C for short periods. Keep me away from draughts.
Feeding
I'm not too hungry, so will only want a weak dose of fertiliser during growing season.
Toxicity
I'm quite poisonous, so keep me away from kids and pets.
Grooming
Wipe my leaves with a damp cloth to remove accumulated dust.
Care
If I'm growing too tall, or looking a bit unkempt, trim my stems with sharp shears.
General Information About Your Plant
Origin
I come from Brazil.
Size
I'm fairly fast growing and can reach between 1m and 1m 20.
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