Dracaena marginata Plant
Dracaena marginata Tricolor, a striking shrub, has slender, tricolored leaves (green, cream, pink). Drought-tolerant and air-purifying, it’s ideal for low-maintenance indoor decor. |
Habit
Evergreen shrub
Height
0.3-1.8 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Bright indirect light
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Madagascar
Climatic Condition
Tropical to subtropical
Temperature (°)
18-27
Humidity (%)
40-50
Potting media
Peat+Perlite+Sand
Fertilizers
Low NPK(5:10:10)
Watering
Water when top 2 inches dry
Plant Weight
~0.3-3 kg
Flowering Time
Rarely flowers
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.5-1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
None
NPK ratio
05:10:10
life Span
20+ years
Health Benefits
Air purification
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% sand| . |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with 5:10:10 diluted in spring-summer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf Spot, Root Rot, Aphids, Powdery Mildew, Mealybugs
Symptoms
Yellow spots, sticky residue, white fungal coating
Organic Remedies
Neem oil, garlic spray, prune infected leaves
In-Organic Remedies
Copper fungicides, systemic insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Air Purification: Removes toxins like formaldehyde and benzene from the air.
- Stress Reduction: Having indoor plants has been linked to lower stress levels.
- Humidifies Air: Adds moisture, which benefits respiratory health.