{"title":"Tropical Bamboo","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eGenus: Dracaena\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asparagaceae (Asparagus Family)\u003cbr data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"315\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dracaena, Dragon Tree, Corn Plant, Lucky Bamboo (for \u003cem data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eD. sanderiana\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"405\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Africa, southern Asia, and parts of Central America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"946\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"475\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"478\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eDracaena\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genus of tropical plants that includes both \u003cstrong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"556\"\u003ewoody shrubs\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"582\"\u003etree-like species\u003c\/strong\u003e with striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"635\"\u003estrap-shaped or lance-like foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, often marked with \u003cstrong data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"696\"\u003estripes, variegation, or bold colours\u003c\/strong\u003e ranging from green and gold to deep red or even pink. These plants are highly adaptable, thriving in a range of indoor environments and often used in homes, offices, and commercial spaces for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"921\"\u003earchitectural presence\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"945\"\u003elow maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"988\"\u003ePopular species and cultivars include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003eDracaena fragrans\u003c\/em\u003e (Corn Plant) – broad, arching green leaves, often variegated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003eDracaena marginata\u003c\/em\u003e (Madagascar Dragon Tree) – thin, upright leaves with red edges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eDracaena reflexa\u003c\/em\u003e (Song of India) – bold variegated foliage with yellow margins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eDracaena sanderiana\u003c\/em\u003e – known as “Lucky Bamboo,” though not true bamboo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e, but most species tolerate low light, making them ideal for indoor spaces. Too much direct sun can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the top few centimetres of soil dry out between waterings. Avoid overwatering, as Dracaena is sensitive to root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eHumidity \u0026amp; Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eaverage to high humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e and temperatures above \u003cstrong data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e15°C (60°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining potting mix is essential; a peat-based or tropical plant mix works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light feeding with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season (spring to early fall).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003eMany species of Dracaena are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eexcellent air purifiers\u003c\/strong\u003e, known to remove indoor toxins like formaldehyde and benzene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2138\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003eDracaena leaves are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003esensitive to fluoride\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can cause leaf tip burn—using distilled or rainwater can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003eThe name “Dracaena” comes from the Greek word \u003cem data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003edrakaina\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “female dragon,” a nod to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003ered resin\u003c\/strong\u003e (sometimes called “dragon’s blood”) found in some species like \u003cem data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2449\"\u003eDracaena draco\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003eSome species, especially \u003cem data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003eDracaena fragrans\u003c\/em\u003e, can grow quite tall over time, making them suitable as \u003cstrong data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003efloor plants\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2601\"\u003eliving green dividers\u003c\/strong\u003e in interiorscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003eMost Dracaena are \u003cstrong data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003etoxic to pets\u003c\/strong\u003e, so caution is advised in households with cats or dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/bamboo-plants.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. 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