Dieffenbachia 'Seguine'

Common Name:
Dumb Cane

Description:
Dieffenbachia 'Seguine' is a classic, lush indoor foliage plant known for its tall, upright growth and large, broad leaves marked with creamy white or pale green centres and deep green margins. The bold, tropical appearance and robust structure make it a popular feature plant for homes, offices, and indoor gardens. Its attractive variegation adds instant brightness to low-light areas, while the strong vertical habit provides structure and impact. In Melbourne, this variety performs best indoors in bright, indirect light but is also tolerant of part shade. It prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil and should be kept away from cold draughts. This plant thrives in warm, humid conditions and benefits from regular misting or placement in humid environments like bathrooms. Easy to grow and care for, Dieffenbachia 'Seguine' is well-suited to beginner and experienced plant owners alike, offering lush, year-round foliage and a tropical aesthetic.

Form:
Shrub – Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 1–1.5 m
Width: 60–90 cm

Aspect:
Part Shade
Indoors / Well lit

Flowering:
Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:
Not applicable

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Indoors / Well lit
Perennial
Low Maintenance
Foliage Feature
Fast Growing (in ideal conditions)

Toxicity:
Toxic to humans and pets if ingested – can cause irritation, swelling, or vomiting

Companion Plants:
Aglaonema 'Silver Bay'
Calathea 'Misto'
Philodendron 'Congo Rojo'
Zamioculcas zamiifolia (ZZ Plant)
Aspidistra elatior (Cast Iron Plant)