Dieffenbachia Tiger: Plant Description

Dieffenbachia Tiger is a perennial herbaceous plant

With straight stem, simple and alternate leaves containing white spots and flecks, making it attractive as indoor foliage.

Species in this genus are popular as houseplants because of their tolerance of shade.

Dieffenbachia Tiger is a popular houseplant known for its striking foliage and easy care requirements.

As large, variegated leaves that display a mix of green and white patterns, it adds a touch of exotic beauty to any room.

Planting And Care of Dieffenbachia Tiger

Sunlight requirement in Dieffenbachi Tiger

• To keep your Dieffenbachia Tiger healthy, it’s crucial to provide the right growing conditions.
• Firstly, it prefers bright, indirect light.
• Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves, while too little light can cause them to lose their vibrant colors.

Soil

• Soil should be well drain and porus.

Watering in Dieffenbachi Tiger

• Poke your finge or plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
• Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the top soil (3-4 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
• Apply water probably in the morning or evening time.
• Do not overwater the plant.
• As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.

Fertilizer requirement of Dieffenbachia Tiger

• Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.
• During the main growing season (January-March) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
• Also apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.

Plant Protection

• Remove dead and infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
• For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.

Don’ts

• Do not over water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
• keep away from the AC Vents.
• Do not apply water on plant leaves.

Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location.

• Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.
• Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.
• Keep the plant in indirect light.
• Do not repot immediately after receiving it.

Special feature

Dieffenbachia is an air purifier indoor plant.

Ornamental uses