Dieffenbachia vs Dracaena Marginata
Side-by-side comparison.
| Dieffenbachia | Dracaena Marginata | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light | Bright indirect light, tolerates low light |
| Water | When top 2 in dry, ~weekly | Allow top 2-3 inches to dry, then water thoroughly (~every 1-2 weeks) |
| Humidity | 40-60% | 40-50% (average household), appreciates higher |
| Mature size | 3-6 ft indoors | 3-6 ft (0.9-1.8 m) indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats & dogs | Toxic to cats & dogs |