Corn plant vs Madagascar dragon tree
Dracaena fragrans vs Dracaena marginata
Both in the Dracaena genus — closely related, similar care.
Which should you pick?
Corn plant tolerates lower light; Madagascar dragon tree needs brighter conditions.
3 of 10 attributes differ (highlighted below).
Side by side
| Corn plant | Madagascar dragon tree | |
|---|---|---|
| Pet safety | Toxic to pets | Toxic to pets |
| Light | Low light – Bright indirect | Medium / part shade – Bright indirect |
| Water | Let the top inch dry | Let the top inch dry |
| Humidity | Average household | Average household |
| Temperature | 16°C – 27°C · 61°F – 81°F | 18°C – 27°C · 64°F – 81°F |
| Difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Soil | Standard potting mix | Standard potting mix |
| Fertilizing | Monthly, growing season | Monthly, growing season |
| Mature height (indoor) | 1.2–2.4 m | 0.9–1.8 m |
| Growth rate | Slow | Slow |
