Overview
Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' is a bushy houseplants in the genus Dieffenbachia, part of the Araceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplant.
About
Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' is a bushy cultivar of the Dieffenbachia genus, known for its evergreen foliage. As a perennial plant, it retains broad, oval leaves with distinctive patterns, thriving best in partial shade and sheltered positions. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels and requires moist but well-drained conditions. Suited primarily as a houseplant, 'Caiman' is hardy to H1a and is typically propagated through root tip cuttings or air layering, with interest peaking in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dieffenbachia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Houseplants, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman'
- Propagation
- Root tip cuttings, Air layering
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman'?
Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' need?
Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' hardy in the UK?
Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Dieffenbachia seguine 'Caiman'?
Root tip cuttings, Air layering.
More in the Dieffenbachia genus
- Dieffenbachia maculata 'Exotica'
- Dieffenbachia oerstedii
- Dieffenbachia 'Maroba'
- Dieffenbachia Cool Beauty ('Hazama Cb'PBR) (v)