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Dieffenbachia sp.
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.
Tropical rainforest: moderate shade, high annual rainfall.
Other funny common names include mother-in-law plant and mother-in-law's tongue.
Spotted on Jan 2, 2013
Submitted on Sep 5, 2013
2 Comments
Thank you for confirming, Dan!
It's a Dieffenbachia for sure.