Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
tro
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259175
Common Names
- Dieffenbachia
- Dumb Cane
- Exotica Perfection
Description
Dieffenbachia tefensis (also called Tef 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 tefensis 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 tefensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dieffenbachia tefensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Dieffenbachia tefensis
Dieffenbachia tefensis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Dieffenbachia tefensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dieffenbachia tefensis?
Dieffenbachia tefensis
What type of plant is Dieffenbachia tefensis?
Herb
Where is Dieffenbachia tefensis 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,