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title: "These were just given to me from a friend. I’m still a bit of a…"
description: "These were just given to me from a friend. I’m still a bit of a beginner. I have no clue what these are Or exactly how to pot them. I keep scanning it on the…"
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author: "Taylor"
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# These were just given to me from a friend. I’m still a bit of a…

_Posted by Taylor on 2023-09-10_

These were just given to me from a friend. I’m still a bit of a beginner. I have no clue what these are Or exactly how to pot them. I keep scanning it on the app and it says “dieffenbachia compacta” but I don’t think that is right. The stems did not look the same. So if anyone could help out on identifying them that would be incredible!

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## 5 comments

### Mullein commented on 2023-09-11

I agree it’s a Dieffenbachia. Maybe a “Camilla.” Be cautious if you break a leaf or stem since the plant can be harmful to people and pets

#### Taylor replied on 2023-09-11

Thank you so much for your help!

### Mon commented on 2023-09-11

It’s a dieffenbachia. The stems look different because it’s very stretched out. Your friend probably had it in a very low light situation. Make sure to slowly move it to a brighter location so it doesn’t burn. It thrives on bright indirect light

### Elin commented on 2023-09-11

You can prune it into smaller segments and use for propagation. Just make sure each cutting has at least a node from where it can grow roots.

### Chachy commented on 2023-09-12

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