Dumb Canes

Dieffenbachia is a genus of tropical flowering plants (popularly known as Dumb Canes) with straight stem, simple and alternate leaves having white spots and flecks, making it attractive for indoor gardening. Its source of origin belongs to the New World Tropics from Mexico and the West Indies south to Argentina. The Dieffenbachia prefers moderate sunlight, moderately dry soil and average home temperatures of 62–80 °F (17–27 °C).