Happy Plant
Dracaena fragrans
Dracaena fragrans, widely known in Australia as the happy plant or corn plant, is a classic slow-growing indoor shrub. It features thick woody canes topped by a fountain-like rosette of long, arching green leaves with a bright lime-green or yellow central stripe. It is highly valued for its air-purifying qualities.
Native Origin & Climate
Tropical forest understories of tropical Africa.
Expert Pruning Tip
If it grows too tall, simply cut the woody cane at the desired height. New leaf rosettes will emerge below the cut.
Domestic Setting
Botanical Art Series
Botanical Blueprint
Localized Australian Care Taxonomy
Low maintenance. Extremely resilient to low light and irregular watering.
Bright filtered light is best, but tolerates low light conditions well. Protect from direct sun.
Low. Water only when the top 50% of the soil is completely dry. Highly sensitive to soggy roots.
Standard well-draining indoor potting mix with added perlite or sand.
Average home temperature and humidity. Protect from freezing temperatures and drafts.
Easily propagated by cane cuttings or air layering.
Stately, structural, and tropical. Tall woody trunks topped by graceful, striped leaf rosettes.
A corner of the living room or office space that receives moderate indirect light.
Indoor
Toxic:Contains saponins. Highly toxic to dogs and cats, causing vomiting, drooling, and dilated pupils if chewed.
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