Dragon Tree

Dracaena Draco

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Overview

Dracaena draco, commonly called Dragon Tree, is an iconic, slow-growing evergreen. It reaches up to 20 ft tall with a striking umbrella-like canopy up to 10 ft wide. This sculptural tree presents gray bark, green sword-shaped leaves, and in mature specimens (>10 years), small white flowers. Its drought tolerance and dramatic silhouette make it an excellent focal point in xeriscapes. Zones 9-11; prefers full sun to partial shade.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 10–10Climate Subtropical

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — Dracaena draco, commonly called Dragon Tree, is an iconic, slow-growing evergreen

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — This sculptural tree presents gray bark

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — and in mature specimens (>10 years)

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — Its drought tolerance and dramatic silhouette make it an excellent focal point in xeriscapes

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — It reaches up to 20 ft tall with a striking umbrella-like canopy up to 10 ft wide

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — green sword-shaped leaves

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — Zones 9-11; prefers full sun to partial shade

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Agavaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — Dracaena draco, commonly called Dragon Tree, is an iconic, slow-growing evergreen

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — This sculptural tree presents gray bark

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — and in mature specimens (>10 years)

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — Its drought tolerance and dramatic silhouette make it an excellent focal point in xeriscapes

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — It reaches up to 20 ft tall with a striking umbrella-like canopy up to 10 ft wide

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — green sword-shaped leaves

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — Zones 9-11; prefers full sun to partial shade

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — scientifically known as Dracaena draco

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — exudes an otherworldly charm that makes a striking statement in landscape design

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — and locally in western Morocco

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — Originating from the Canary Islands

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — and fragrant blooms that later give way to orange-yellow berries.<br><br>Requiring minimal watering

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — approximately 1 to 2 feet in length and up to 2 inches wide

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — the Dragon Tree develops a distinctly umbrella-like shape due to its monocotyledonous branching system

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — Although flowers are rare and typically only occur on mature specimens

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — These leathery leaves are arranged in rosettes and boast a rich

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — deep green color that provides a lush aesthetic throughout the year

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — When injured or as part of its natural growth cycle

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — green and white flowers in the garden

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — the Dragon Tree is an excellent focal point for any garden

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — With its impressive form and minimal care requirements

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — the Dragon Tree is drought-tolerant

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco) — This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil

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