Dracaena draco – The Canary Islands Dragon Tree for distinctive indoor and outdoor spaces
Dracaena draco, known as the Dragon Tree, is one of the most iconic and majestic plants in the world. Native to the Canary Islands, this ancient species captivates with its sculptural form: a sturdy, compact trunk from which tufts of rigid, lance-shaped leaves emerge, featuring a deep gray-green color with reddish margins. A specimen that brings an exotic, timeless atmosphere to any setting.
Plant characteristics
- Pot diameter: 18 cm
- Plant height: approximately 54 cm
- Rigid, lance-shaped, gray-green leaves with reddish margins
- Sculptural, compact growth habit with a strong decorative impact
- Slow-growing: retains its size for a long time
- Suitable for both bright indoor spaces and sheltered outdoor areas
- Air-purifying plant
Care and maintenance
- Light: bright light, direct or indirect – the more sun it receives, the more vigorous it will be; it also tolerates partial shade indoors
- Watering: very moderate – allow the substrate to dry out completely between waterings; it is highly drought-resistant and sensitive to waterlogging
- Temperature: ideal between 15°C and 30°C; tolerates brief light frosts if the substrate is dry; excellent for outdoor spaces in mild climates
- Substrate: well-draining potting soil amended with sand or perlite
- Fertilization: once a month in spring and summer with a balanced, low-concentration fertilizer
Dracaena draco is a plant for those who appreciate character and longevity: sturdy, striking, and virtually indestructible, it brings the ancestral magic of the Dragon Tree into the home or garden—one of the most fascinating species on the planet.
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