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Dracaena 'Song of India' features lance-shaped leaves of deep jade green that are generously outlined in creamy white, adding a radiant glow to this easy-care beauty. The reflexed leaves seem to be opening to the sun, but plants need only bright indirect light to thrive indoors.
Dracaena is a varied genus of trees and succulent shrubs in the Asparagus family originating in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, northern Australia, and Central America. Most of the species feature strappy or sword-like leaves which are often variegated. These low-maintenance houseplants are popular for their air-purifying qualities. They are known by such common names as Corn Plant (D. fragrans), Dragon Tree (D. marginata), and Song of India (D. reflexa). Leaves of all Dracaena species contain saponins, compounds that are toxic to dogs and cats if ingested.
Our houseplants appear generously sized in our photos. They are representative of the sizes we ship to you. For information on growing and care, click Growing Guide.
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HOW PLANTS ARE SHIPPED
The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.
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Growing guide
Latin Name Pronunciation: druh-see' nuh
Dracaena is a varied genus of trees and succulent shrubs with strappy or sword-like foliage originating in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, northern Australia, and Central America, that now includes species formerly classified as Sansevieria (Snake Plants). Leaves contain saponins, compounds that are toxic to dogs, cats, and other pets if ingested. If accidentally ingested, Draceana Plants can cause vomiting, excessive salivation, loss of appetite, depression, and dilated pupils. While they may cause irritation, they are considered non-toxic to humans.Light: Draceanas do best in medium to bright, indirect or filtered light, or morning light from an east-facing window. Although they will tolerate lower light levels, such as near a north-facing window, they will reach their best potential in brighter situations. Prolonged exposure to strong direct sunlight may scorch the leaves.
Watering: Dracaenas with flexible leaves (D. fragrans, D. marginata, D. reflexa) grow best when their soil is kept evenly moist during the growing season, without allowing the root ball to dry out completely. The stiff-leaved Snake Plant species formerly classified as Sansevieria, being drought-adapted, prefer much drier conditions and are highly susceptible to root rot if overwatered. Let soil dry out thoroughly before watering.
During winter, when growth slows or stops, water only when the soil feels dry about 1" below the surface. Use tepid water, and always empty excess water from saucers or cachepots to prevent roots from sitting in water.
Temperature: These adaptable plants do fine in typical, daytime household temperatures (65-75°F), and prefer no cooler than 55°F at night.
Fertilizer: Apply a balanced (18-18-18), water-soluble houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength once a month during the growing season (generally April into September). Do not fertilize in winter.
Humidity: Moderate humidity is beneficial; leaf tips may turn brown if air is too dry. Keep away from radiators and vents that blow dry air from heating or air conditioning systems. Mist a few times a week to increase humidity, or set plants on top of pebbles in a tray with water (water level should be just below pebbles to prevent saturating soil in the pot), or run a humidifier nearby. Occasionally wiping leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust is beneficial.
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