Dieffenbachia drooping

A firm cane over dry mix may simply need water. A soft cane or persistent droop over wet soil indicates damage that extra watering will not repair.

Dry root ball

Water slowly until it is evenly moist and let excess drain. If it stays limp, check whether water reached the center rather than escaping around the sides.

Moist root ball

Remove collected runoff and check for cold exposure. Inspect roots if yellowing or wilt continues. If the cane is soft, cut back to sound tissue or preserve a healthy top cutting; wear gloves and keep sap away from eyes and mouth.