Dieffenbachia Big Ben

Big Ben Dieffenbachia

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Upright aroid with large variegated leaves featuring green margins and creamy centers. Popular indoor ornamental known for architectural growth. Toxic if ingested.
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Plant Details

Common Name Big Ben Dieffenbachia
Family Araceae
Genus Dieffenbachia
Species Seguine
Variety Big Ben
Origin Central and South America
Blooming Rare indoors, produces spathe in summer if mature and healthy
Leaf Color Green with cream variegation
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining peat mix with perlite or orchid bark

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only. Direct sun scorches leaves.

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Fertilization

Liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season.

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Pruning

Remove yellow or damaged leaves to maintain aesthetic and health.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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