Dieffenbachia 'Camilla' Ø12cm

Dieffenbachia 'Camilla' is an elegant cultivar from the Araceae family, native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, prized for its generous, oval-lanceolate foliage in a luminous cream-green with distinctive dark green margins. This vigorous indoor plant brings a touch of tropical freshness to any space, a rewarding choice for beginners and seasoned plant lovers alike. Dieffenbachia 'Camilla' transforms any corner of your home into a lush green oasis. Growth and development Dieffenbachia 'Camilla' has a compact, bushy habit compared to other species in the genus, usually reaching a height of 30-60 cm indoors, although under ideal conditions it can grow to 90 cm. Growth is moderate, with 3-5 new leaves per growing season, and the main stem is thick, fleshy, and erect, with short internodes that keep the leaves in a dense and attractive rosette. Compared to larger species such as D. seguine 'Tropic Snow' or D. 'Reflector', the 'Camilla' cultivar remains more compact and dense, making it ideal for smaller spaces - offices, bedrooms, shelves, or work desks. With age, the basal stem may become slightly woody and lose its lower leaves, exposing a slender trunk marked by the scars of fallen leaves - an aspect that adds character to the mature plant. Light: Medium to bright indirect light. Tolerates low light, but foliage colours will be less contrasted. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the delicate leaves. An east or north-east facing window is ideal. Temperature: Optimal range 18-26°C. Keep above 15°C - Dieffenbachia prefers warmth and is happiest away from cold draughts. Avoid placing near exterior doors, frequently opened windows, or direct air conditioning jets. Watering: Water when the top 2-3 cm of substrate have dried out. In summer, usually once every 5-7 days; in winter, every 10-14 days. Avoid water stagnation in the saucer, which helps keep the roots healthy. Use room-temperature water, dechlorinated if possible. Humidity: Prefers medium-high humidity (50-60%). Adapts well to dry apartment air, while occasional misting of the leaves or placing on a tray with wet pebbles further improves foliage appearance. Substrate: Well-drained substrate, peat-based with added perlite or vermiculite (2:1 ratio). A quality universal indoor plant mix enriched with perlite for additional aeration can also be used. Fertilisation: Balanced liquid fertiliser (NPK 10-10-10 or 20-20-20), diluted to half the recommended concentration, once every 2-3 weeks during the growing season (April-September). No fertilisation in winter. Propagation: Through stem cuttings (5-8 cm sections with at least one node), placed horizontally on moist substrate, or by separating lateral shoots that appear at the base of the mature plant. Optimal period: spring or early summer. Always wear gloves when handling due to the irritating sap. Delivery across the EU. Specifications Pot diameter: 12 cm Total height (incl. pot): 35 cm Flowering stage: No flowers