Dracaena trifasciata

Dracaena trifasciata (Prain) Mabb. · Asparagaceae

Toxic to pets

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Care

• LightLow light – Bright indirect
• WaterLet dry fully between waterings
• HumidityLow
• Temperature15°C – 29°C
• DifficultyEasy
• SoilCactus / succulent mix
• FertilizingLightly, growing season only

Size & habit

• Mature height (indoor) 0.6–1.2 m
• Habit Upright
• Growth rateSlow

Pet toxicity

• Catstoxic
• Dogstoxic
• Horsesunverified
• Source ASPCA, matched at species level (via synonym)
• Clinical signsNausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

Common problems

Root rotMealybugs

Propagation

DivisionLeaf cuttingOffsets / pups

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