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
Song of India, Pleomele, Reflexed dracaena.
dracaenaMarginata
Dragon tree, Madagascar dragon tree, Red-margined dracaena.
dracaenaSanderiana
Lucky bamboo, Ribbon dracaena, Chinese water bamboo.
dracaenaCinnabari
Dragon blood tree, Socotra dragon tree, Dragon's blood tree.
dracaenaTrifasciata
Snake plant, Mother-in-law's tongue, Tiger's tail.
dracaenaBraunii
Lucky bamboo, Ribbon dracaena, Chinese water bamboo.
dracaenaMannii
Mann's dragon tree, Umbrella dragon tree, Twisted dracaena.
dracaenaCamerooniana
Striped dracaena, Zebra dracaena, Gold dust plant.
dracaenaDeremensis
Janet Craig plant, Striped dracaena, Warneckii.
dracaenaThalioides
Bamboo dracaena, Grass-leaf dragon tree, Slender dragon tree.
dracaenaGoldieana
Zebra plant, Gold stripe dracaena, Tiger stripe plant.
dracaenaDraco
Dragon tree, Dragon blood tree, Canary Islands dragon tree.
dracaenaSurculosa
Gold dust dracaena, Spotted dracaena, Leopard lily.
dracaenaArborea
Tree dracaena, Giant dragon tree, African dragon tree.
dracaenaFragrans
Corn plant, Mass cane, Happy plant.
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