Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
rodriguezii
ID:
1259833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & O.Ortiz

Source:
tro

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Webbia 72: 150 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259171

Common Names

  • Dieffenbachia
  • Dumb Cane
  • Exotica Perfection

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Description

Dieffenbachia rodriguezii (also called Rodriguez's Dieffenbachia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Brazil, where it is found in the Atlantic Forest. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dieffenbachia rodriguezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dieffenbachia rodriguezii has small, white and yellow flowers that are fragrant and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dieffenbachia rodriguezii is a tropical evergreen perennial that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It can be grown in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

Where to Find Dieffenbachia rodriguezii

Dieffenbachia rodriguezii can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Dieffenbachia rodriguezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dieffenbachia rodriguezii?

Dieffenbachia rodriguezii

What type of plant is Dieffenbachia rodriguezii?

Herb

Where is Dieffenbachia rodriguezii commonly found?

South America

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,

References

Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Orlando O. Ortiz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Ortiz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77174190-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.