Dracaena draco – The Dragon Tree

Dracaena draco, commonly called the Dragon Tree, hails from the Canary Islands and is famed for its sculptural form and longevity. Its resin, known as "dragon's blood," has been prized since antiquity. This plant will be sent bare-rooted, without soil, to ensure safe and secure shipping.

Distinctive Features

• Unique Growth: Forms a broad umbrella-like canopy atop a stout trunk as it matures.
• Evergreen Leaves: Blue-green sword-shaped leaves grow in dense rosettes.
• Slow Maturation: This species grows slowly but can live for centuries and become tree-sized in ideal conditions.

Care Tips

• Light: Requires full sun to bright light; can tolerate some light shade in hotter climates.
• Water: Water sparingly; allow the soil to dry fully between waterings.
• Humidity: Tolerates low humidity; ideal for arid or indoor environments.
• Media: Use a sharply draining cactus or succulent mix.
• Temperature: Prefers 15–30°C; protect from frost.
• Fertiliser: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced low-nitrogen fertiliser.
• Repotting: Only repot when necessary; roots dislike disturbance once established.

Additional Notes

• This plant is shipped bare-rooted—please prepare suitable media and pot upon arrival.