Dragontree

Dracaena draco

Native to:
Canary Is.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asparagaceae
Genus:
Dracaena
Species:
Dracaena draco
USDA Symbol:
DRDR3

Growth Characteristics

Height:
1200 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white, green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, volcanic soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to rocky slopes and volcanic areas

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate slowly and erratically; fresh seeds have higher viability. Warm temperatures around 20-25°C are optimal.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI