Collection: Dracaena Plants

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Native to many parts of Africa, Dracaena plants have become popular indoor plants that thrive in homes around the world. These plants are known for their long, tapering leaves with wonderful variegations and colors. Here’s everything you need to know about Dracaena plant varieties:

●Know More: Dracaena Plant Benefits and Features

Here are a few key features and benefits of Dracaena plants that you must know:

1. Foliage

Most Dracaena varieties boast long, narrow leaves that can be solid green, variegated, or edged in different colors. These leaves often have a glossy finish, adding to their visual appeal.

2. Growth Habit

Dracaenas generally grow upright and can reach varying heights, from the small dracaena compacta to the tall dracaena marginata. Dracaena plants are relatively slow growers so you will need to keep some patience to grow them well!

3. Air Purification

Dracaena plant varieties are all known to be excellent air purifiers. They absorb commonly found indoor toxins such as formaldehyde, benzene, trichloroethylene, and other particulate matter, thus improving indoor air quality.

4. Low Maintenance

Dracaena plants are generally easy to care for and thrive in low light conditions, making them ideal for homes and offices. This quality also makes them perfect for busy or first time gardeners.

5. Aesthetic Appeal

With their diverse foliage and structural variety, all Dracaena plant varieties add a touch of elegance and greenery to any indoor space.

●Dracaena Plant Types: Varieties You Can Choose From

All types of Dracaena plants are characteristically known for their long tapering leaves that are often colored with different patterns and variegations. Here are a few varieties you can choose from:

1. Dracaena Dara Singh

This XL plant is an absolute delight to have indoors with its long, almost flowy leaves that display a stunning variegated pattern with light and dark green colors. Slightly tricky to care for, this plant needs some level of experience on the handler’s part but once you get the hang of it, its care is a breeze! Plus with bright, indirect sunlight and watering sessions done right once a week, this plant will reward you with its wonderful looks, lighting up the darkest corners of your house.

2. Dracaena Golden Milky Plant

With small, pointy, and tapering leaves that boast stunning, star-studded patterns, the Dracaena Golden Milky Plant is the perfect compact indoor plant for tables and desktops. With weekly watering and medium light levels, your Golden Milky plant will thrive to give you a stunning display. Medium light means that it should have a proper, unobstructed path to bright, indirect light but it should not be placed directly in it.

3. Dracaena Compacta Plant

Dark green leaves with ridges and glossy textures, the Dracaena Compacta plant is just as its name suggests - compact and easily manageable. The glossy foliage requires bright, indirect light and weekly watering. Simple and to-the-point, its care requirements are relatively fuss-free and fun.

4. Dracaena Coffee Plant

With brown stems with colors that resemble the coffee color, the Dracaena Coffee plant is also another compact-growing Dracaena plant known for its lovely foliage with dark green leaves and unique stems. This plant is also fairly undemanding and requires bright, indirect light with weekly watering. With the right kind of care, it can easily thrive!

5. Song of India

Scientifically called Dracaena reflexa, the Song of India plant is known for its long stems and tapering leaves. It features light green leaves with cream colored variegations along the border. This plant is especially prone to root rot. So, keep in mind that it should never be overwatered or kept too wet. With bright, indirect light and the right kind of care, it can thrive and give you wonderful aesthetics!

●Dracaena Plant Care: Basic Care Tips to Follow

While relatively low maintenance, Dracaena plants still need their basic care requirements met in order to thrive and flourish in their immediate surroundings. Here are a few Dracaena plant care tips to follow:

1. Light Requirements

Dracaena plants grow best in indirect light. While they can tolerate low light, giving them bright, indirect sunlight can promote optimal growth. Remember to always protect them from direct sunlight during the harsh afternoon sun as prolonged exposure can scorch the leaves. But during early morning and late evening, you can place your plant in direct sunlight as it is softer and will make it happier!

2. Watering

Most Dracaena plant types need watering on a weekly basis while some others could need more regular watering depending on their individual needs. However, when you’re watering the plant, water it deeply and ensure that all excess water drains out of the drainage hole.

3. Soil

Dracaena plants also require well-drained and aerated soil. This means that the soil you’re using must retain just enough moisture and not excessive water. For this, you can use a mix of our potting soil, perlite, and cow or goat manure for optimal water retention, drainage, and growth.

4. Humidity Requirements

Dracaena varieties require moderate humidity levels but can also adapt to lower levels. Ensure occasional moisture to give them the little bit of humidity that they need.

5. Fertilization

Dracaena plants should be fertilized and fed a balanced diet of nutrients with a balanced, liquid fertilizer diluted with water. During the growing season, remember to fertilize these plants at least once a month and during dormant periods, you can eliminate or reduce fertilization. If you’re unable to keep up with a schedule for the same, you can also make use of our Plant Food Fertilizer Sticks that will ensure a slow and balanced supply of nutrients every time you water your plants.