Dieffenbachia seguine, also known as dumb cane, is a tropical plant that's native to Central and South America. It's a popular houseplant that's grown for its attractive foliage.
Appearance:
Leaves: Large, shiny, green leaves with patches or blotches of cream, white, or yellow
Stem: Cane-like stem that becomes more noticeable as lower leaves fall off
Flowers: Calla-type flowers followed by red berries, but rarely appear on indoor plants
Toxicity:
All parts of the plant are highly toxic to people and pets
The sap contains calcium oxalate, which can burn the mouth and throat, causing numbness and possible paralysis of the vocal cords
The sap can also irritate human skin and eyes
Growing conditions:
Prefers high humidity and a minimum temperature of 12° C
Can be propagated by tip cuttings, stem cuttings, division, and air layering
Can be pruned with a sterilized, sharp cutting tool to trigger new growth
Other names: leopard lily and tuftroot