Dracaena - song of india
Dracaena reflexa
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How to care
Dracaena reflexa, commonly known as the Song of India, is a popular houseplant known for its striking foliage and ease of care. It thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. This plant prefers well-draining soil and should be kept away from direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.
Light Preference
Part Shade
Full Sun
Propagation
Cutting
Life Cycle
Perennial
Lives for more than two years.
Hardiness Zone
10b
1.7°C – 4.4°C
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Leaves
- Evergreen
- Unusual Foliage Color
Flowers
- Inconspicuous
- Fragrant
- White
Toxic to
- LeafCatsModerate · Ingestion
- LeafDogsModerate · Ingestion
Informational only — not veterinary or medical advice. Missing data does not mean a plant is safe.
Other names
- Majesty palm
- Song of jamaica
Taxonomy
- Order
- Asparagales
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Genus
- Dracaena