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dumb cane 'Exotica'

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A shrubby, evergreen perennial with ovate, dark green leaves to 25cm in length, boldly splashed and marbled with white

Scientific classification

Species: dumb cane 'Exotica' (Dieffenbachia 'Exotica')
Genus: Dieffenbachia
Family: Araceae

TOXIC if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Partial shade
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Distribution of dumb cane 'Exotica'

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Culture

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Toxicity

TOXIC if eaten, skin/eye irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

Quick identification of dumb cane 'Exotica'

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dumb cane 'Exotica' care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by root tip cuttings in spring or summer or by air layering

Growing

Under glass grow in loam-based potting compost in bright filtered light with high humidity. Water moderately and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly when in growth and keep just moist in winter

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