Dracaena Fragans Dwarf《铁树/巴西木》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Dracaena fragrans ‘Dwarf’:

• Perfect for small indoor spaces and containers

• Clean, architectural foliage that stays compact

• Low-light tolerant and drought-resistant

• Great for purifying indoor air

🌿 Dracaena fragrans ‘Dwarf’ – Care Guide

Also known as Dwarf Corn Plant or Dracaena fragrans ‘Compacta’, this petite version of the classic Corn Plant is beloved for its dense rosettes of glossy, dark green leaves and compact, upright form. Perfect for tabletops, desks, or small corners, it brings bold greenery with very little fuss.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Prefers bright, indirect light

• Tolerates low light, but may grow more slowly

• Avoid harsh direct sunlight – can scorch or fade leaves

💧 Watering

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

• Typically once every 7–10 days indoors

• Do not overwater – this is the most common problem

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

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use well-draining indoor plant mix (peat-based or loamy)

• Ensure pots have good drainage holes

• Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal range: 18–26°C (65–80°F)

• Keep away from cold air and temperatures below 10°C (50°F)

• Tolerates normal indoor humidity; mist occasionally in dry climates

🍃 Fertilizing

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

• Skip fertilizing in fall and winter

• Avoid overfeeding – can cause tip burn or yellowing

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Trim yellow or brown leaf tips to keep plant tidy

• Prune for shape if necessary – use clean scissors

• Can propagate by cutting and rooting leaf crowns or stem segments

✅ Ideal For

• Tabletops, offices, shelves, bathrooms, and small apartments

• Stylish in modern, minimalist, or tropical-themed interiors

• Pairs well with other low-light plants like pothos or ZZ plant

⚠️ Toxicity

• Mildly toxic to pets if ingested

  • May cause vomiting, drooling, or appetite loss in cats and dogs

• Keep out of reach of pets and small children

Bring lush greenery to even the smallest corners with Dracaena fragrans ‘Dwarf’—the compact plant with big decorative impact.