Dracaena
The stunning Dracaena is easily identifiable by its long, narrow, sword-like leaves. In addition to being rigid, the leaves of these varieties exhibit vibrant stripes of white, green and neon yellow. While the colour and stripe details on this plant are often what make it a customer favourite, they also have the added bonus of being pruned into either a cane or a bush as they grow larger. Dracaenas are also known as air purifiers and make NASA's list of clean air plants.
Plant Type
Tropical
Tropical plants grow naturally in tropical areas where the climate is hot and humid. Easy to grow indoors, these plants add an exotic flair to your home with a vivid display of striking blooms and attractive foliage.
Plant Feature
Air Purifying
These are plants that help remove pollutants from the air through their attractive leaves and roots. They make the perfect houseplant in rooms where airflow is limited.
Low Maintenance
These are plants that you do not have to water too often and are excellent in various lighting conditions. This makes them perfect for any room in your house.
Light Care
Medium Light
These plants need filtered or dappled sunlight. You would want to place them in a well-lit room with windows, but away from direct light. A sunny window with sheer curtains is also a good idea.
Water Care
Medium Water
Plants with medium or moderate water needs should be watered once or twice a week. They need moist soil throughout the growing season for optimum growth and flowering. Water these plants when the soil is dry to touch.
Fertilizer Care
Low Fertilizer
These plants would appreciate a regular application of fertilizers during the growing season. They aren’t heavy feeders, and feeding at low rates is enough for these low-fertilizer plants to grow well.
Zone
9-11
Plant Care
The Dracaena is a very sensitive to flouride, if you plan on using tap water we recommend letting the water sit overnight before you proceed to water it, this allows the flouride to dissolve. Keep soil moist and not soggy. When repotting we recommend using our All Purpose soil.
Origin
This popular house plant is native to tropical environments, originating in Madagascar and other Indian Ocean Islands.