Dracaena draco
Canary Islands Dragon Tree
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Canary Islands Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco) - Description
Not to be confused withDracaena cinnabari, the Dragon Blood Tree native toSocotra(an island nearYemen). Dracaena draco, the Canary Islands dragon tree or drago, is a subtropical tree in the genus Dracaena, native to the Canary Islands, Cape Verde, Madeira, and locally in western Morocco, and introduced to the Azores. This tree is the natural symbol of the island of Tenerife, together with the Blue Chaffinch.
Canary Islands Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco) - Blooming
Almost never flowers as houseplants. D. draco has clusters of greenish white flowers at branch ends. Mature plants bear very fragrant flowers in summer, followed by red or yellow spherical berries.
Canary Islands Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco) - Growth
Some show graceful fountain forms with broad, curved, ribbon like leaves or stiff, sword like leaves. D. draco grows slowly to 20 feet high and wide, and is the only species that doesn't need to be protected from wind. Dracaena does best in full sun or full light with moderate humidity.In areas where Dracaena is not growing hardy, raise plants indoors as houseplants or in a warm greenhouse. A warm greenhouse has a minimum temperature of 55°F (13°C). During the day, temperatures should be set to 55-64°F (13-18°C) or above, and at night, the temperature should be at 55°F (13°C).
Canary Islands Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco) - Planting
Sow seeds in spring. Can also propagate by rooting semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Semi-ripe cuttings are cuttings taken from semi-mature wood.
Canary Islands Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco) - Pest
Mealybugs, spider mites, and scale insects. Dracaena is sensitive to boron and calcium deficieny as well as excess fluoride.
Canary Islands Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco) - Soil and irrigation
In containers, water only when top 1/2-1" of soil is dry. Dracaena does best with well-draining soil. Indoors, use a soil-based potting mix. Water liberally during the growing season, reduced in winter.
