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Rigid plastic branches can’t be adjusted and break when stressed."}]},"entry_sources":{"malleable_metallic_wire_stems":["https://cngarden.com/the-materials-behind-great-artificial-plants-a-buyers-guide/"]}}}},"handle":"artificial-dieffenbachia-green-plant-20992-24109271","storefront_path":"/en/decor/artificial-plants-flowers/artificial-dieffenbachia-green-plant--20992-24109271","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/decor/artificial-plants-flowers/artificial-dieffenbachia-green-plant--20992-24109271"}}