Overview
Dracaena aletriformis is a columnar upright, bushy houseplants in the genus Dracaena, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dracaena aletriformis grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Dracaena aletriformis, known as the large-leaved dragon tree, is a perennial evergreen plant in the Asparagaceae family. It has a columnar upright and bushy habit with long, narrow to lanceolate leaves clustered at the ends of its few branches. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral, and prefers full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. It is suitable for growing as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses, with interest in spring and summer when small greenish-white flowers may appear.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dracaena
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Dracaena aletriformis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Houseplants
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dracaena aletriformis
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, Leafless stem sections
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects, Glasshouse red spider mite, Thrips, Mealybugs
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dracaena aletriformis?
Dracaena aletriformis prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dracaena aletriformis need?
Dracaena aletriformis grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dracaena aletriformis hardy in the UK?
Dracaena aletriformis has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Dracaena aletriformis?
Semi-ripe cuttings, Leafless stem sections.
More in the Dracaena genus
- Dracaenadragon tree
- Dracaena 'Red Edge'
- Dracaena angustifolia
- Dracaena aubryanaBremen ti
- Dracaena braunii
- Dracaena draco subsp. ajgal
- Dracaena fragrans 'Paloma'PBR
- Dracaena fragrans (Deremensis Group) 'Bausei' (v)
