Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asparagaceae

Genus:

Dracaena

Species:

Dracaena forbesii

USDA Symbol:

PLFO2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub , Tree

Height:

600 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky, coastal regions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

21–60 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best with warmth and consistent moisture; viability decreases rapidly with storage.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI