Dragon tree
Dracaena marginata · Dragon trees · Asparagus family
Also known as: Madagascar Dragon Tree · Red-edged Dracaena
Easy100–200cmNot pet-safe
Dragon tree care at a glance
Dragon tree (Dracaena marginata) needs little water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–24 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 18–24 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Dragon tree
Possible pests on Dragon tree include Spider mites, Scale insects, Mealybugs and Thrips. A common disease is Root rot. Dragon tree is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Mealybugs Medium
- Thrips Low
Disease
- Root rot High
Toxicity
- General GI irritation Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Dragon tree
- Which pests affect Dragon tree?
- Possible pests on Dragon tree include Spider mites, Scale insects, Mealybugs and Thrips.
- Which diseases affect Dragon tree?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Dragon tree toxic to cats and dogs?
- Dragon tree is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Dragon tree need?
- Dragon tree has a low water requirement.
- What light does Dragon tree need?
- Dragon tree prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Dragon tree frost-hardy?
- Dragon tree is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 10 °C.