Gold dust dracaena/Dracaena surculosa (Single Plant)
$60.12
$117.84
DescriptionIn India, we can sell this Gold dust dracaena/Dracaena surculosa( Single Plant ) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West BengalCommon Names: Gold Dust Dracaena, Spotted DracaenaScientific Name: Dracaena surculosaFamily: AsparagaceaeOrigin: Tropical West AfricaGrowth Habit: Shrubby, slow-growing, upright stems with spotted oval leavesFoliage: Glossy green with gold/yellow speckles — the main ornamental appealMature Height: 2–3 ft (60–90 cm) indoors, taller outdoors in warm climates Light RequirementsIdeal: Bright, indirect light — brings out strong spotting patterns.Tolerates: Moderate light, but speckles may fade if too dim.Avoid: Harsh direct afternoon sun, which can scorch leaves. WateringWater when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.Keep slightly moist but never soggy — excess water can cause root rot.In winter, reduce watering frequency.Prefers rainwater, distilled, or filtered water (sensitive to fluoride and chlorine in tap water).️ Temperature & HumidityTemperature: 18–27 °C (65–80 °F) — protect from cold drafts below 13 °C (55 °F).Humidity: Medium to high; appreciates misting or a pebble tray in dry air. SoilWell-draining, slightly acidic to neutral mix.Example: 2 parts peat or coco coir 1 part perlite 1 part pine bark or compost. FertilizationFeed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength.Pause feeding in autumn and winter.✂️ Pruning & MaintenanceRemove yellow or damaged leaves to keep plant tidy.Can prune leggy stems to encourage bushier growth.Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and keep them glossy. FlowersSmall, fragrant white flowers may appear indoors under good care, but this is uncommon.After flowering, berries can form — decorative but not edible. Common ProblemsLeaf tip browning: Usually from low humidity, underwatering, or fluoride in water.Yellow leaves: Overwatering or poor drainage.Faded spots: Insufficient light.Pests: Watch for spider mites, mealybugs, and scale. PropagationBest via stem cuttings or air layering in spring/summer.Cuttings can be rooted in water or moist potting mix.
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