Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
vasquezii
ID:
1259840

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259178

Common Names

  • Dieffenbachia
  • Dumb Cane
  • Exotica Perfection

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Description

Dieffenbachia vasquezii (also called Vasquez'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 vasquezii is used as an ornamental plant in homes and gardens. It is also used as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ability to tolerate low light levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dieffenbachia vasquezii 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 vasquezii 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 vasquezii

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

Dieffenbachia vasquezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dieffenbachia vasquezii?

Dieffenbachia vasquezii

What type of plant is Dieffenbachia vasquezii?

Herb

Where is Dieffenbachia vasquezii 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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50190514: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.