Dragontree

Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia

Native to:
Aldabra, Chagos Archipelago, Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Réunion, Rodrigues, Seychelles

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asparagaceae
Genus:
Dracaena
Species:
Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia
USDA Symbol:
DRMA8

Growth Characteristics

Height:
500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
white, cream
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Host Plant for Caterpillars

banana moth (Opogona sacchari)

Garden & Ecology Notes

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

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to Madagascar, prefers organic matter