DieffenbachiaTropicMarianne

DieffenbachiaTropicMarianne (also called Maryanne) is prized for its upright, caneforming habit and boldly variegated leaves. Each glossy, lanceolate leaf bears a bright chartreuse central stripe fading into rich green margins, creating a dramatic architectural accent in any indoor setting.

Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Dieffenbachia
• Cultivar: TropicMarianne
• Common Name: TropicMarianne, Maryanne
• Family: Araceae (Arum family)
• Native Range: Central America

How to Care for Dieffenbachia

• Care Level: Easy
• Light: Bright, indirect light to preserve leaf coloration; tolerates moderate light but avoid direct sun.
• Water: Keep top 23cm of soil consistently moist; will endure occasional neglect but prolonged dryness causes leaf shrivel.
• Humidity: Moderate (4060% RH preferred).
• Temperature: 6575F (1824C).
• Feeding: Monthly applications of a balanced, watersoluble fertilizer during spring and summer.
• Pruning: Remove yellowing or damaged leaves at the base to maintain a tidy clump.

Propagation & Habit

Forms a compact clump of upright canes up to 6090cm tall. Easily propagated via stem cuttings: allow cut ends to callus, then root in a moist, welldraining mix.

Common Pests & Toxicity

• Pests: Watch for spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, and scale.
• Toxicity: Contains calcium oxalate crystalskeep out of reach of children and pets.