Dumb cane

Care snapshot

Tropical foliage plant with large patterned leaves, suitable for bright indirect light. Water when the upper soil begins to dry and avoid cold drafts. All parts contain irritating calcium oxalate crystals and are hazardous if chewed.

Draft seed — not medical or emergency advice. Human review pending.

Growing details

Season

Year-round indoors

Common pests

Spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects

Common diseases

Root rot, bacterial leaf spot, leaf blight