dracaenadracaena
genusgenusStriking tropical plants characterized by their long, sword-like leaves that grow in elegant rosette patterns from woody stems. These architectural beauties can range from compact tabletop forms to tall, tree-like specimens that command attention in any space.
Etymology
The name 'Dracaena' comes from the ancient Greek word 'drakaina,' meaning 'female dragon,' referring to the red resin that some species produce when their bark is cut.
Interesting fact!
Ancient dragon's blood resin, prized for its medicinal properties and use as a dye, was harvested from certain members of this genus, leading to centuries of fascinating folklore and trade.
All species of Dracaena
dracaenaReflexa
Pleomele, Malaysian dracaena.
dracaenareflexa 'Song of india'
dracaenareflexa 'Song of jamaica'
dracaenaMarginata
Dragon tree, Madagascar dragon tree, Red-edged dracaena.
dracaenaCinnabari
Dragon blood tree, Socotra dragon tree, Dragon's blood.
dracaenaTrifasciata
Snake plant, Mother-in-law's tongue, Saint George's sword.
dracaenaBraunii
Lucky bamboo, Chinese water bamboo, Ribbon plant.
dracaenaMannii
Mann's dragon tree, Umbrella dracaena, Twisted dragon tree.
dracaenaCamerooniana
Striped dracaena, Zebra plant, Cameroon dracaena.
dracaenaDeremensis
Janet Craig plant, Striped dracaena, Warneckii dracaena.
dracaenaThalioides
Bamboo dragon tree, Slender dragon plant, Grass-leaf dracaena.
dracaenaGoldieana
Zebra plant, Gold dust dracaena, Striped dracaena.
dracaenaDraco
Dragon tree, Dragon's blood tree, Canary Islands dragon tree.
dracaenaSurculosa
Gold dust dracaena, Spotted dracaena, Dotted dracaena.
dracaenaArborea
Tree dracaena, Giant dracaena, African tree dragon.
dracaenaFragrans
Corn plant, Fragrant dracaena, Happy plant.
dracaenaSanderiana
Lucky bamboo, Chinese water bamboo, Ribbon plant.
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