Dracaena cinnabari

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A slow-growing, tropical evergreen tree, reaching up to 10m in its native range but usually smaller in cultivation. Mature plants have a thick trunk and branching stems tipped with clusters of narrow, strap-shaped leaves, which form a dense, umbrella-shaped canopy. Clusters of small, greenish-white flowers are produced in early spring, followed by round green berries that ripen to orange

Scientific classification

Species: Dracaena cinnabari (Dracaena cinnabari)
Genus: Dracaena
Family: Asparagaceae

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Toxicity: Trees
Plant type: 4-8 metres
Height: 4-8 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Columnar upright
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of Dracaena cinnabari

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Dracaena cinnabari

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Dracaena cinnabari care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed, sown at 18-20°C in spring, or by semi-ripe cuttings in late spring to early summer. Allow cuttings to callus before inserting into growing media, bottom heat may be required for rooting

Growing

Grow in a free-draining, gritty potting mix, in full sun. Though sometimes used in landscaping in warmer regions, it will not tolerate frost and in the UK is best grown in a greenhouse or in containers that can be moved indoors over winter. Water moderately in the growing season, preferably with rainwater, and apply a balanced liquid feed monthly. Keep almost dry in winter

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