About

Dracaena godseffiana is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub with lance-shaped, dark-green leaves often spotted or speckled with pale cream or yellow. A popular and ornamental houseplant or heated conservatory plant.

About the genus

Dracaena are evergreen trees and shrubs with few branches bearing linear to lance-shaped leaves often crowded towards the tips. On mature plants, small greenish-white flowers may be followed by orange or red berries. Bold and architectural plants for conservatories, frost-free gardens and as houseplants.

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen planting, gardens, parks.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Stake when young.
PruningPrune to shape in late winter or after flowering.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.