{"product_id":"dieffenbachia-compacta-dumb-cane","title":"Dieffenbachia ‘Compacta' Dumb Cane","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDieffenbachia ‘Compacta’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold and attractive tropical foliage plant known for its compact leaves splashed with creamy white and soft green variegation. Easy to grow and visually striking, it makes an excellent statement plant for bright indoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dieffenbachia seguine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dieffenbachia ‘Compacta’, Dumb Cane\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dieffenbachia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical Central \u0026amp; South America\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen perennial foliage plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, cane-forming\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–150 cm tall indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal. Tolerates medium light, but variegation is best with good brightness. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater when the top few centimetres of soil are dry. Keep soil lightly moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity but adapts well to normal indoor conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest grown between 18–27°C. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell-draining, rich potting mix. A standard indoor plant mix with added perlite works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertiliser:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Do not overfeed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove yellowing lower leaves as the plant matures. Can be cut back to control height and encourage bushier growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToxic if ingested; sap can cause irritation to skin and mouth. Keep away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLarger sizes only available for pickup or local delivery due to size\/fragility.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Daddy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52548115104037,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0243\/3361\/5159\/files\/6A6EFF72-A1CF-4D1B-9129-8652CE46ECEC.jpg?v=1781317630","url":"https:\/\/plantdaddy.com.au\/products\/dieffenbachia-compacta-dumb-cane","provider":"Plant Daddy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}