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title: "Hey I just got this Dieffenbachia today. Any good tips or tricks I…"
description: "Hey I just got this Dieffenbachia today. Any good tips or tricks I should know?"
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community: "Foliage Plant Haven"
author: "Bethany M."
published: "2024-02-02T02:09:44.585727Z"
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# Hey I just got this Dieffenbachia today. Any good tips or tricks I…

_Posted by Bethany M. on 2024-02-02_

Hey I just got this Dieffenbachia today. Any good tips or tricks I should know?

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## 2 comments

### Tee Jay commented on 2024-02-02

They prefer medium light and to dry out between waterings

### Mullein commented on 2024-02-02

If you trim it or accidentally break a stem, make sure to wash off any plant juices. It can cause numbness, irritation, or toxicity for humans and pets

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