Dieffenbachia facts for kids
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Dieffenbachia is a genus of tropical plants in the family Araceae noted for their patterned leaves. Members of this genus are popular as houseplants because of their tolerance to shade. The name commemorates Ernst Dieffenbach, a German physician.
Images for kids
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Inflorescence of Dieffenbachia oerstedii
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Cross section and radial section of stem
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A 47 year old 9.75 foot tall Dieffenbachia house plant
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A large dieffenbachia with big bright green leaves on display as a houseplant
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Dieffenbachia shoot
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Dieffenbachia crossview
See also
In Spanish: Dieffenbachia para niños
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