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Dumb cane
Dieffenbachia sp.
19.7173, -155.107
Field Notes
Description:
Variegated-leaf plant with a bamboo-like stem. The common name comes from the plant poison's effect upon ingestion. Raphides, or crystals of calcium oxalate, are responsible.
Habitat:
Tropical rainforest: moderate shade, high annual rainfall.
Notes:
Other funny common names include mother-in-law plant and mother-in-law's tongue.
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Spotted for Missions
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PublishedSeptember 5, 2013
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