Description
Botanical Name:
Dracaena marginata 'Tricolour'
Common Names:
Madagascar Dragon Tree
Foliage Type:
Evergreen
Plant Type:
Tree
Plant Habit:
Narrow Trunking Tree
Mature Length:
Determined by Pot Size, up to 3m Indoors
Mature Width:
Determined by Pot Size
Position:
Indoors
Soil Type:
Well Drained
Description:
The thin leaves are linear and a deep, glossy green color with red edges; typically 30-90 cm long and 2-7 cm broad. It is a popular houseplant that needs little attention, with several cultivars available with the leaves variegated with red or pale yellow. It is more tolerant than most plants of dry soil and irregular watering, though liable to root decay in permanently wet soil. Because it requires minimal care it is very popular in offices where the constant heat and light suits its growing requirements.
It is one of the plants used in the NASA Clean Air Study and has shown to help remove formaldehyde. It is an effective air cleaner and is said to be among the best plants for removing xylene and trichloroethylene.
Plant Uses:
Indoor
Vibrant colour foliage
Containers or tubs
Air Purification
Additional Details
- SKU:
- 75313