Dragon Tree. A handsome foliage plant with red edged green leaves. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers June to July. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Dracaena draco
A handsome foliage plant with red edged green leaves
Additional information
| Generic | Dracaena |
|---|---|
| Species | draco |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Dragon Tree |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Agavaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, red |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Mist regularly, Keep just moist in winter |
| Border | |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Red spider mite, Scale |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Layering |
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