Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
lutheri
ID:
794649

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 91: 729 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000793982

Common Names

  • Dieffenbachia lutheri
  • Luther's Dieffenbachia
  • Brazilian Dieffenbachia

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Description

Dieffenbachia lutheri (also called Giant Dumb Cane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. It is a perennial herbaceous plant, typically growing to a height of 1.2–1.5 m (4–5 ft). It is found in tropical rainforests, and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dieffenbachia lutheri is a popular houseplant, often used in terrariums and dish gardens. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dieffenbachia lutheri has a white flower with yellow stamens. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dieffenbachia lutheri is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept moist. Propagation can be done through division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Dieffenbachia lutheri

Dieffenbachia lutheri is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Dieffenbachia lutheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dieffenbachia lutheri?

Dieffenbachia lutheri

What is the common name of Dieffenbachia lutheri?

Luther's Dieffenbachia

What is the natural habitat of Dieffenbachia lutheri?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Dieffenbachia genus

Dieffenbachia burgeri, Dieffenbachia copensis, Dieffenbachia crebripistillata, Dieffenbachia davidsei, Dieffenbachia fortunensis, Dieffenbachia fosteri, Dieffenbachia galdamesiae, Dieffenbachia horichii, Dieffenbachia isthmia, Dieffenbachia killipii, Dieffenbachia lutheri, Dieffenbachia nitidipetiolata, Dieffenbachia obscurinervia, Dieffenbachia panamensis, Dieffenbachia standleyi, Dieffenbachia williamsii, Dieffenbachia wurdackii, Dieffenbachia aglaonematifolia, Dieffenbachia antioquensis, Dieffenbachia aurantiaca, Dieffenbachia bechiana, Dieffenbachia bowmannii, Dieffenbachia brittonii, Dieffenbachia cannifolia, Dieffenbachia concinna, Dieffenbachia cordata, Dieffenbachia costata, Dieffenbachia daguensis, Dieffenbachia duidae, Dieffenbachia elegans, Dieffenbachia enderi, Dieffenbachia fournieri, Dieffenbachia gracilis, Dieffenbachia grayumiana, Dieffenbachia hammelii, Dieffenbachia herthae, Dieffenbachia humilis, Dieffenbachia imperialis, Dieffenbachia lancifolia, Dieffenbachia leopoldii, Dieffenbachia longispatha, Dieffenbachia macrophylla, Dieffenbachia meleagris, Dieffenbachia obliqua, Dieffenbachia oerstedtii, Dieffenbachia olbia, Dieffenbachia paludicola, Dieffenbachia parlatorei, Dieffenbachia parvifolia, Dieffenbachia pittieri,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

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