Dieffenbachia - Dumb Cane Plant

Dieffenbachia, also known as dumb cane, is an incredibly easy-to-grow houseplant.
Popular since the Victorian era, dieffenbachia is an attractive, tropical indoor plant. The common name dumb cane refers to the plant's sap, which can cause swelling of the mouth if the leaves or stems are chewed, leaving one unable to speak, or "dumb." 
 
Characteristics
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