{"title":"Dieffenbachia","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"dieffenbachia-dumb-cane-copy","title":"Dieffenbachia Mars","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia seguine\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Mars’ is a cultivar of \u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia seguine\u003c\/em\u003e from the Araceae family, with Dieffenbachia native from Mexico to Tropical America and also  originating in the tropics from Mexico and the West Indies down to Argentina. It has broadly oblong-elliptic foliage, light lime-green leaves, darker green outer zones, and a white midrib, creating a bright but clearly green upright display. This plant prefers bright to medium indirect light with no direct sun and performs best in warm indoor temperatures around 18–24°C, with steady moisture and slightly higher humidity.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDieffenbachia ‘Mars’ has an upright, self-heading, shrub-like growth habit, forming a bright vertical column rather than a wide, sprawling plant as an upright subshrub and fast-growing tropical shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eKeep the soil evenly and consistently moist, but never soggy. Water thoroughly and allow the top 2 cm to top 2 inches of soil to dry before watering again. If placed in a darker indoor position, allow the potting mix to dry more thoroughly. Avoid overwatering, as poor drainage or excess moisture can lead to root rot. Browning leaf tips may indicate inconsistent watering, so maintain a steady watering routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ePlace Dieffenbachia ‘Mars’ in a bright to medium indirect light location with no direct sun, such as a living room, bedroom, office, or bright indoor corner. It tolerates lower light but grows best in bright indirect light where the leaf pattern stays clearer and stems remain stronger. Ideal indoor temperatures are around 18–24°C or 18–27°C, with moist humidity around 50–60%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eDieffenbachia ‘Mars’ is valued as an air-purifying, easy-care, rare foliage plant with a bold tropical shrub character. It is low-maintenance, fast-growing, and adaptable to different indoor spaces. The plant is mildly toxic to pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eCommon issues include yellowing leaves from overwatering, root rot from poor drainage, and pests such as spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids. Maintenance includes removing yellow or damaged leaves, rotating the plant for even growth, and wiping leaves gently with a damp cloth. A broken top can be restarted if it has a healthy node and is rooted in a warm, airy medium. The plant is mildly toxic to toxic, so keep it away from pets and children. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cosy Plants","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":42253101760567,"sku":"Dfb 10_S","price":300.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":42253101793335,"sku":"Dfb 10_M","price":450.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":42253101826103,"sku":"Dfb 10_L","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":42253101858871,"sku":"Dfb 10_XL","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/5825\/0039\/files\/Dfb-10-01-side_23bb5285-e7a4-4ab0-b4d6-0c7ef481e7ee.webp?v=1781779235"},{"product_id":"anthurium-fingers-copy-1","title":"Dieffenbachia Sparkle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a tropical evergreen perennial plant native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is admired for its large, glossy foliage with a unique blend of green and creamy white, yellow, or speckled variegation that gives the plant a bright decorative appearance. Its upright growth habit and broad leaves make it suitable for indoor corners, living rooms, offices, reception desks, verandas, shaded patios, and semi-outdoor tropical spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Sparkles’ is an evergreen perennial foliage plant with a compact, upright, freely branching habit. It produces multiple side shoots, dense leaves, and a full appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWater when the top inch of soil feels dry, maintaining light and even moisture without allowing the soil to become soggy. Avoid excess watering, as prolonged wetness can cause root rot. In tropical indoor conditions, regular but carefully controlled watering is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDieffenbachia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Sparkles’ grows best in bright, indirect light or partial\/dappled shade. It can tolerate medium to low light, while direct sunlight should be avoided as it may scorch the leaves. Suitable settings include indoor spaces, offices, shaded balconies, verandas, shaded patios, resort lobbies, and semi-outdoor areas. It prefers moderate to high humidity and temperatures around 18°C–30°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe main feature of Dieffenbachia ‘Sparkles’ is its bright, high-contrast foliage pattern. The leaves have a light green background with deep green splotches, irregular white blotches parallel to the primary veins, a solid nearly white midrib, and continuous deep green margins. It is compact, freely branching, air-purifying, humidity tolerant, and toxic if ingested due to calcium oxalate crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eFor maintenance, trim yellowing or damaged leaves to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth. Repotting may be done every 1–2 years or when the plant outgrows its container. Propagation can be done through cuttings placed in water or soil. Common pests include spider mites and mealybugs. The plant contains calcium oxalate crystals and is toxic if ingested.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cosy Plants","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":42253148127287,"sku":"Dfb 16_S","price":240.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":42253148160055,"sku":"Dfb 16_M","price":450.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":42253148192823,"sku":"Dfb 16_L","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":42253148225591,"sku":"Dfb 16_XL","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/5825\/0039\/files\/Dfb-16-01-side.webp?v=1781780348"}],"url":"https:\/\/cosyplants.com\/collections\/cordyline-copy.oembed","provider":"Cosy Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}