Dracaena draco

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Dragon Tree

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

This evergreen is similar to a palm tree and will grow 30' high x 20' wide. It produces clusters of green/white flowers on the end of the branches and also produces orange berries. It has a very distinct appearance when mature. Frost-tender.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

Green, White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Indoor, Park

 

Special Uses

Container

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check soil moisture below the surface with a soil probe or large screwdriver, trowel or shovel. Don't assume the plants need water just because the soil surface looks dry.