Dieffenbachia Camilla - Office Table Top Plant

✨Why You’ll Love It

✔Brightens dark desks– Its light-colored leaves reflect light, perfect for dimmer spots.
✔Compact & table-friendly– Stays a manageable size, ideal for desks and tabletops.
✔NASA-studied air purifier– Helps remove toxins like xylene and toluene from office air.
✔UAE-acclimated– Tolerates the dry, air-conditioned environments of offices beautifully.

🌿 Growth & Appearance
Height: 30–50 cm indoors (perfectly proportioned for a desk or shelf).
Leaves: Large, broad leaves with a stunning cream-to-white center and green edges.
Habit: Upright and bushy, creating a full, lush look in a small footprint.

🏆 Survival Superpowers
Low-light tolerant – Thrives under fluorescent lighting, away from windows.
Visual interest – The vibrant variegation adds a bright spot of color without flowers.

☀️ Light & Location
Best: Medium, indirect light.
Thrives in: Standard office fluorescent lighting. Its light leaves are adapted for lower light.
Avoid: Direct hot sun, which can scorch its beautiful leaves.

💦 Watering
The Rule: Water only when the top 50% of the soil is dry.
Schedule: Typically every 1-2 weeks in an AC office. Overwatering is the main threat.
AC rooms: Ensure excellent drainage. Always empty the water catch tray after watering.

🌡️ Climate Tips
Ideal temp: 18°C - 26°C (perfect for UAE office AC).
Humidity hack: Prefers humidity. Mist leaves 1-2 times a week to keep them perky and prevent browning.

✂️ Maintenance
Dust leaves regularly with a damp cloth to keep its large surface area clean.
Prune any occasional yellowing leaves at the base to keep it looking tidy.
Rotate the pot quarterly for even growth.

🚀 Pro Tips for UAE Plant Parents
Yellow leaves? → Usually a sign of overwatering. Check your routine!
Brown leaf tips? → The air is too dry. Mist more frequently.
Leggy growth? → It needs a bit more light. Move it closer to a light source.
⚠️ Safety Note: Sap is mildly toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and wash hands after handling. Perfectly safe for a desk environment.