Plants

Introduction / परिचय

The Warneck Dracaena plant is a famous decorative houseplant, easily grown both indoors and outdoors in subtropical atmospheres. The dracaena plant height is about 3 - 4 feet and has a bushy look and leaves can grow up to 1 foot long and a couple of inches wide.

The Warneck Dracaena plant belongs to the asparagus family (Asparagaceae), the dracaena genus holds about 40 species.

Varieties / किस्मे

Dracaena Massangeana

Dracaena massangeana or Dracaena fragrans massangeana is commonly referred to as mass cane or corn plant and is widely used indoors. Well if we talk about the price Dracaena massangeana is reasonable in comparison to other houseplants, and the least expensive among dracaena species. They grow slowly require less maintenance and can easily be characterized by their dense, woody canes and long strap-like leaves. Dracaena massangeana tolerant of low light conditions and grows well in moderate natural light.

Dracaena Reflexa

Dracaena Reflexa is generally remembered as the song of India, Dracaena reflexa is the most common of the dracaena species. It is one of the most visually attractive houseplants hence the leaves are its main attraction.The yellow stripes featured on the narrow pointed leaves of this houseplant. Dracaena reflexa is an adaptable houseplant that flourishes indoors and in the shady outdoor area, like a porch or yard.

Dracaena Marginata

Dracaena Marginata is usually known as Madagascar dragon tree or red-edge dracaena, with strong purplish-red leaves and thin, curving stalks for trunks. They are great houseplants because they are drought tolerant property among dracaena plants. It is an evergreen tree that can become 8 to 15 feet high and 3 to 8 feet wide with proper care.

History / इतिहास

The majority of the Warneck Dracaena species are native to Africa, southern Asia through to northern Australia, with 2 species in tropical Central America. The yellow-edged Variegata type named Song of India is the most popular cultivar.

Uses and Benefits / उपयोग एवं फायदे

If you are a busy person this is a must to have planted as its care is easy. Dracaena Warneck is helpful in purifying the air we breathe.

How to Take Care/ देखभाल कैसे करे

The Warneck Dracaena needs a limited amount of water than most indoor plants. While watering the Warneck Dracaena plant, water slowly from above with purified water, letting water to absorb through into the roots, and then tip out any excess water.

Interesting Facts / रोचक तथ्य

Dracaena are toxic to pets if eaten by your cats or dogs if eaten.   Pets can have symptoms such as vomiting, excess saliva, and loss of appetite.