Dieffenbachia ‘Compacta’ – Rooted Starter Plant

This beautiful Dieffenbachia ‘Compacta’ shows off thick, glossy green leaves dusted with bright yellow-lime speckles — each leaf with its own unique pattern. Your plant has a full, upright growth habit with wide, ovate leaves that naturally layer and overlap, giving it a lush, tropical look even as a young starter.

The speckled variegation almost looks hand-painted, and as the plant matures, the markings get even bolder. This variety stays compact, tidy, and incredibly easy to care for, making it a perfect choice for beginners, offices, living rooms, or bright kitchen spaces. Your plant is healthy, well-rooted, and already pushing fresh new growth. 🌿✨

Care Instructions

☀️ Light:

Prefers bright, indirect light to keep the speckles vivid.
Tolerates medium light but grows slower.

💧 Water:

Water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry.
Keep the soil lightly moist — never soggy.

🌱 Soil:

Thrives in a well-draining potting mix with perlite or bark for airflow.
Avoid heavy, compact soil.

🌿 Growth Pattern:

An upright, compact grower that forms thick, sturdy stems and broad leaves.
Matures into a bushy, layered houseplant with striking patterned foliage.

🐾👶 Pet & Child Safety

Toxic to pets and children if ingested.
Best placed out of reach of chewing animals and little hands.

🌬️ Health Benefits

Dieffenbachias can help lightly improve indoor humidity and bring fresh, tropical energy into your home.