The Dragon Tree took up residence as my largest plant in my tiny first apartment. It was two feet tall, and my prize beauty. I loved it. When I watered and cared for it well, it grew lush and full and green. When I encountered the exact same variety in a business office that had small stiff leaves, I would sneak it drinks from my water bottle. Learn to care for your tree, you will love your Dragon Tree, too!
Fierce Dragon Dracaena Plant
The Magical Dragon Plant
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Common Name: Dragontree
- Botanical Names:Dracaena deremensis, Dracaena steudneri, Dracaena marginata, Dracaena fragrans
- Type: Broadleaf evergreen
- Height: 15.00 to 20.00 feet
- Spread: 3.00 to 10.00 feet
There are approximately 120 species of dracaena trees and shrubs.
Whether your favorite is marginata, massangenana, fragrans, or
possibly deremensis, each will give you a hefty return for very
little maintenance. This genus of plants can grow quite large and
are best kept under control by removing the top portion of the
plant. New foliage will emerge from the cut area and you can even
propagate the cutting! If you give this hearty indoor plant the
proper light and amount of water, it will become a lovely, long-term
resident in your home.
