Dracaena Compacta/Iron Tree – 1pp 《铁树/巴西木》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Dracaena Compacta:

• Tight, sculptural foliage perfect for modern décor

• Great for small spaces and indoor environments

• Very low-maintenance and drought-tolerant

• Known for filtering indoor air pollutants

🌿 Dracaena fragrans ‘Compacta’ – Care Guide

Commonly known as Dracaena Compacta or Compacta Corn Plant, this slow-growing, miniature cultivar of Dracaena fragrans is prized for its tight, symmetrical rosettes of deep green, glossy leaves and upright, space-saving form. Perfect for desks, shelves, or floor pots in small rooms, it adds a refined, structured look to any space.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Prefers bright, indirect light for best leaf color and growth

• Tolerates low light, but may grow more slowly

• Avoid direct sun – it can scorch the foliage

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil feels dry

• About once a week indoors, depending on humidity and pot size

• Use filtered or rainwater if possible – sensitive to fluoride and salts

• Ensure water drains completely to avoid root rot

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use a well-draining indoor potting mix

• A peat-based mix with perlite or bark works well

• Pot must have good drainage holes

• Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Thrives in 18–26°C (65–80°F)

• Avoid temperatures below 10°C (50°F)

• Tolerates typical indoor humidity but enjoys occasional leaf misting

🍃 Fertilizing

• Feed once a month during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer

• No feeding in winter

• Avoid overfertilizing – this can cause leaf tip burn

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Rarely needs pruning due to slow growth

• Remove yellowing or damaged leaves by gently pulling or cutting at the base

• Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to keep dust-free and glossy

✅ Ideal For

• Desks, reception counters, small corners, bathrooms, or bedside tables

• Great for modern or minimalist spaces

• Low-care plant perfect for busy lifestyles or beginners

⚠️ Toxicity

• Toxic to pets (cats and dogs) if ingested

  • May cause vomiting, loss of appetite, drooling

• Best placed out of reach of pets and small children

Bring elegance in a small footprint with Dracaena Compacta—a sophisticated green companion for effortlessly chic living.