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Canary Island Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco)

Canary Island Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco) is a striking evergreen tree native to Macaronesia, known for its unique umbrella-like canopy and red resin.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of potting soil, sand, and perlite works well.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect young plants from intense sun.

Water

Water when top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.

Avoid waterlogged soil.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of potting soil, sand, and perlite works well.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.

Do not fertilize in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-20 m

Spread

6-10 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Asparagus draco L.
Dracaena boerhaavei Ten.
Dracaena yucciformis Vand.
Draco clusii Crantz
Drakaina draco (L.) Raf.
Oedera cranziana Berens
Oedera dragonalis Crantz
Palma draco (L.) Mill.
Stoerkia cranziana Berens
Stoerkia draco (L.) Crantz
Yucca draco (L.) Carrière
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusDracaena
  • speciesDracaena draco
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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