Dracaena steudneri

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A slow-growing, tropical evergreen shrub or tree, with upright, palm-like stems, reaching up to 15m high in its native range but usually much smaller in cultivation. Leaves are leathery, lance-shaped and clustered at the tips of the stems, and can grow to be over 1m long. Mature plants sometimes produce long clusters of small, scented greenish-white flowers, which open at night, and are followed by round, dark purple-black berries

Scientific classification

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

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Toxicity: Shrubs · Trees
Plant type: 4-8 metres
Height: 2.5-4 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Columnar upright
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of Dracaena steudneri

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Culture

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Quick identification of Dracaena steudneri

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Dracaena steudneri care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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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; bottom heat may be required for rooting

Growing

Grow in a moist but free-draining potting mix, in full sun. Plants will not tolerate frost, and are usually grown as houseplants, 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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