Dracaena/Iron Tree《铁树/巴西木》(3pp)

🌿 Why You’ll Love the Dracaena / Iron Tree:

• Sturdy, upright growth with striking foliage

• Tolerates low light and dry conditions

• Helps clean indoor air naturally

• A statement plant with minimal care needs

🌿 Dracaena / Iron Tree – Care Guide

Dracaena fragrans, commonly known as the Iron Tree, Corn Plant, or simply Dracaena, is a popular low-maintenance plant prized for its toughness, air-purifying qualities, and bold, upright foliage. Known for thriving in indoor and low-light conditions, it’s often used in offices, homes, and shaded gardens.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Prefers bright, indirect light

• Tolerates low light, but growth slows and colors fade

• Avoid direct afternoon sun – can scorch leaves

💧 Watering

• Water when top 2–5 cm (1–2 inches) of soil is dry

• Once a week indoors is typical; adjust to climate and pot size

• Avoid overwatering – it’s a common cause of root rot

• Use distilled or rainwater if possible – Dracaenas are sensitive to fluoride

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use well-draining potting soil – a peat-based mix or indoor plant blend is ideal

• Ensure pot has drainage holes

• Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Thrives in 18–27°C (65–80°F)

• Avoid cold drafts or temps below 10°C (50°F)

• Average humidity is fine; mist leaves occasionally in dry environments

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed monthly during spring to early autumn

• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength

• Avoid feeding in winter when growth slows

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove any yellow or brown leaves at the base

• To control height, cut back tall canes – new shoots will grow below the cut

• Can propagate cuttings in water or soil

✅ Ideal For

• Low-light corners, offices, living rooms, or shady gardens

• Looks great as a statement floor plant or grouped in containers

• Durable enough for public spaces like lobbies and malls

⚠️ Toxicity

• Toxic to pets if ingested

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

• Keep out of reach of pets and children

Add strength, serenity, and style to your green space with the Dracaena (Iron Tree)—a hardy favorite that stands tall with grace.