Dieffenbachia ‘Tropic Snow’

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When Transplanting: Apply between new soil and plant so stimulant touches root ball.

For Existing Plants: Apply stimulant 2-3 inches below top of soil.

Use the proper amount for each pot size:
6″ Pot: ½ Pack
8-10″ Pot: 1 Pack
12-14″ pot: 2 Packs

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Repotting:
6” pot into an 8-10” planter: About 1.5 bags
8-10” pot into a 12-14” planter: About 3 bags

Soluble Fertilizer

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Scientific Name: Dieffenbachia amoena ‘Tropic Snow’

Common Names: Tropic Snow Dumb Cane, Leopard Lily

Overview: Dieffenbachia amoena ‘Tropic Snow’ is a stunning and robust houseplant that brings a splash of tropical vibrancy to any indoor space. Known for its large, showy leaves, ‘Tropic Snow’ features a striking variegation pattern of deep green margins and a creamy-white center, creating a visually impactful display. Each leaf, broad and elongated, can grow up to 12 inches long, emerging from sturdy, upright stems that contribute to the plant’s lush, full appearance.

This variety of Dieffenbachia is particularly favored for its ease of care, making it a great choice for both beginners and seasoned plant enthusiasts. It thrives in medium to bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions, which may slow growth and reduce leaf variegation. The plant prefers a warm and humid environment, typical of its native tropical habitat.

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Description

Caring for your Dumb Cane

Dieffenbachia is a beautiful and rewarding plant to care for. Its low-maintenance nature makes it suitable for plant lovers of all levels. With the right care, your Dieffenbachia will be a vibrant, thriving addition to your indoor garden for years to come. Remember to handle the plant with care, especially when pruning or repotting, due to its toxic sap.

Light

Dieffenbachia flourishes in medium to bright, indirect light. It can adapt to lower light conditions, but this may affect the vibrancy of its leaves. Direct sunlight should be avoided, as it can scorch the leaves, causing brown spots and fading of the variegation.

Water

Watering is a critical aspect of Dieffenbachia care. The soil should be allowed to dry out slightly between waterings. Over-watering can lead to root rot, a common issue with this plant. Check the top inch of the soil; if it’s dry, it’s time to water. Reduce watering in the winter months when the plant’s growth slows down.

To increase humidity, especially in dry environments, you can mist the leaves, place a humidifier nearby, or use a pebble tray filled with water.

Soil

Use a well-draining potting mix. A mixture of peat, pine bark, and perlite is ideal. Repotting should be done every 2-3 years or when the plant has outgrown its pot. Spring or early summer is the best time to repot. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one to give the roots room to grow.

Fertilizing

Fertilize Dieffenbachia every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength. Avoid fertilizing in the winter when the plant is not actively growing.

Pruning

Prune Dieffenbachia to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any yellowed or damaged leaves at the base. You can also cut back the main stem if it becomes too leggy, which will encourage new growth from the base.

Propagation

Dieffenbachia can be propagated through stem cuttings. Cut a piece of stem about 4-6 inches long with at least one leaf. Let the cutting dry for a few hours to form a callous, then plant in moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in indirect light until new growth appears.

Pest and Disease Management

Common pests include spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids. These can be managed with insecticidal soap or neem oil. Diseases like root rot are usually due to overwatering. Ensure proper soil drainage and avoid letting the plant sit in water.

Dieffenbachia is toxic if ingested and can cause irritation upon skin contact. The plant should be kept away from pets and children. If skin contact occurs, wash the area thoroughly with soap and water.

Additional information

Zone

11a

Sun Exposure

Full Shade, Medium Shade, Partial Shade

Mature Height

2 ft – 6 ft

Spacing

15 in – 24 in

25 reviews for Dieffenbachia ‘Tropic Snow’

  1. Audrey Payne (verified owner)

    Plant is smaller than I expected, but it is healthy and beautiful!

  2. Tiffany S. (verified owner)

  3. david (verified owner)

    Beautiful plant delivered perfectly. Really like seeing the photo of it before shipping. Nice touch!

  4. Lina (verified owner)

    The plant is doing well. The plant is beautiful. Thank you thank you.

  5. Michail (verified owner)

    I received a beautiful Dumb Cane plant, that was better looking in person than the approval picture.

  6. michael mislan (verified owner)

    very nice size healthy and fast shipping

  7. Anonymous (verified owner)

  8. Heidi D. (verified owner)

    Love the size. Exactly what I expected. All three of the plants I ordered were packaged amazingly well. Very happy about that. I cannot wait to watch it grow

  9. Cathy S. (verified owner)

    Love,love,love,this one

  10. Brenda Vazquez (verified owner)

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE HER!!!!

  11. Delane Hye (verified owner)

  12. Jerene Larson (verified owner)

    Plant arrived with big beautiful leaves except 3 of the 7 leaves had big tears and 1 had a big brown spot but I do have a new leaf opening so that is exciting. It is beautiful!

  13. Anonymous (verified owner)

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  15. Giovanni

    This one was nice fluffy and nice

  16. LORRAINE (verified owner)

    It is smaller than I wanted it. But I will make it grow real big

  17. STEPHAN K. (verified owner)

    EXCELENT QUALITY

  18. Kaitlin C. (verified owner)

    She came with quite a lot of broken and sad leaves! I’m hoping to revive her, but I was disappointed with this one.

  19. VANESSA G MCHENRY (verified owner)

    I am very happy with my order. I have ordered from another company and my plants were dead within days of receiving them. These are healthy plants.

  20. Harris B. (verified owner)

    Very nice plant!

  21. Jordan (verified owner)

    Even with shipping delays due to covid and hurricane Isaias, my plants still arrived in excellent condition and are now thriving! Honestly, they were even larger and healthier than I expected, and I can’t wait to buy more! Thanks so much!

  22. Mark Brown (verified owner)

    The plant arrived on time and in perfect condition! It was a gift for my wife for her birthday and she absolutely loves it! Thanks!

  23. rachel f. (verified owner)

    Pristine condition!

  24. Nicol Y. (verified owner)

    I’m So So happy with my dumb cane! My kids and I have named him
    Dummy haha. Very healthy, robust, new growths bursting forth. Packaged with extreme care and made it quickly once shipped.

  25. Lynea H. (verified owner)

    Couldn’t be happier. I had a really hard time sourcing this plant for some reason, maybe it’s just not in high demand right now. I was very happy to see it listed on the website, I think they might have everything. Plant arrived packaged well and healthy. Very lush foliage. I would definitely recommend. Beautiful plant.

  26. Jazmin

    what’s the average height of this plant when it leaves the nursery? And what are recommended care tips to help it grow healthily?

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Why others chose the Dieffenbachia ‘Tropic Snow’

Great tall indoor plant

beautiful indoor plant that will grow and look lovely in my home

Beautiful and requires no direct sunlight. I was very pleased with the reviews!

I ordered a Tropic Snow a few months ago from PlantVine &it was absolutely beautiful and healthy. Only to hope to haves other great experience.

I love this plant! They are easy to care for and grow very large! I have also purchased from Plantvine in the past.

gorgeous

Difficult to find a plant if this size especially of this variety in PHX

The shade happy nature of this GORG plant will definitely be a lovely addition to a not very sunny corner

Easy to care for

Gives beauty to my room

The foliage is beautiful and dumb canes are really easy to care for. Win-win!

Heard they were great in home plants, purchased for my mom for Mother’s Day

Have purchase Congo rojo from you, your plants are healthy and beautiful. Well worth the cost & to add to my collection.