Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000544
11/12/99
Dracena - Corn Plant, Dragon Tree, Ribbon Plant
Type: house plant
Comments: Dracenas are among the most common, ornamental,
and durable house plants. Most require medium light
intensity. In sunny locations Dracena needs protection
from summer sun. The soil may be any good potting soil
kept evenly moist. In summer use a dilute house plant
fertilizer. Ideal temperatures are from 62 to 65 degrees
at night and 80 to 85 degrees during the day. As plants
age they drop lower leaves. Repotting is done in February
or March. Old plants in large pots, are top-dressed
rather than repotted.
Propagation: Propagation may be by stem section cuttings.
Thickened underground stems called toes may also be used
for propagation.
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