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Dieffenbachia

Dieffenbachia, the genus most gardeners know as dumb cane. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.

2 varieties1 speciesZones 10–10Shade friendly

The 1 most-saved Dieffenbachia varieties

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Species of Dieffenbachia

Each one is a parent of the varieties above.

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Dieffenbachia questions

How many types of Dieffenbachia are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Dieffenbachia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 0 real gardeners — are shown first above.

What zones does Dieffenbachia grow in?

Across its varieties, Dieffenbachia covers USDA Zones 10–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Dieffenbachia bloom?

Most Dieffenbachia varieties bloom in summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.

Which Dieffenbachia should I choose?

Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

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