Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux





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Dieffenbachia 'Compacta' is a smaller, bushy Dieffenbachia with elongated green leaves marked by irregular creamy white to pale yellow variegation through the centre. Its contained form gives the bold Dieffenbachia look in a more compact plant than taller cane types. Provide bright indirect light, steady warmth, and a potting mix that drains freely while holding light moisture. Let the surface begin to dry before watering, then allow the pot to drain well. Moderate humidity helps support clean leaf edges. Keep it away from pets and children, as the sap contains calcium oxalate. The dense habit suits smaller plant displays.
Quick Care Guide
Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Watering
Water when ~30–50% dry
Substrate
Aerated • Moisture-buffered • Balanced organic + mineral • Medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–27 °C • Avoid below: 15 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
Upright cane-forming herbaceous perennial.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 50 cm • Max. spread: 40 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivated Dieffenbachia; D. seguine background; wet tropical habitat
These care values are practical reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a starting point, then adjust for your room, pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the plant dries.
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Move outside once nights stay above
16°C
Bring under cover below
14°C
Best outdoors in
Warm summer patio, Sheltered urban spot
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