Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
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| Maximum Height | 1.5 m to 1.8 m |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Tropical Topaz |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Foliage | Broadly ovate leaves are yellow-green with an olive green margin. The coloration on the margin is irregular and undulating. |
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| Stems | The stem grows up to over 6 cm wide. |
| Others - Plant Morphology | This cultivar is one of the most popular Dieffenbachia cultivars and is commonly used as an indoor houseplant. |
| Cultivation | It grows best in well-drained soil under bright light (protect from full sun). Under dim lighting, the plant becomes leggy and starts to lose the lower leaves. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Yellow / Golden |
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| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 3.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Monocot) |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 639 |
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| Species ID | 1934 |
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