How to grow and care for Dracaena sanderiana
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Dracaena sanderiana
Dracaena sanderiana 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
18C° ~25C°
Every 14 days
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Species : Dracaena sanderiana
🔖 Care Tips
Hydroponic cultivation is possible. 1. Gently shake off the soil to avoid damaging the roots and secure them with materials like hydro balls for more stable growth. 2. Submerge only 50-60% of the roots in water to allow them to breathe. 3. Use tap water that has been left out for a day, and opt for an opaque container instead of a transparent one. (Transparent containers can cause temperature fluctuations due to light, which is harmful to the roots.) 4. Change the water every 7-14 days for maintenance.
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
It originates from Africa. It is sensitive to cold and should be kept warm and humid. It cannot survive outdoors in cold weather.
🪨 Soil Mix
It is best to plant in well-draining soil. A common mix ratio is 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal. This can vary depending on conditions and environment.
🌡️ Environment
Temperature: Maintain between 15-25°C, and above 10°C in winter. The plant is sensitive to cold and can withstand 5°C for a short time, but prolonged exposure may cause leaf discoloration or death. Humidity: Prefers a humid environment of 60-80%. Regular misting or placing water nearby can help increase humidity. Ensure good air circulation to prevent pests and diseases in high humidity conditions.
☀️ Light
Direct sunlight can easily scorch the leaves, so it's best to provide indirect light.
💧 Water
Water the plant when the surface soil is dry.
🌱 Propagate
It is common to propagate by separating leaves that grow laterally from the main stem. Propagation is mainly done through cuttings. Use sterilized tools to cut 10-20 cm branches at an angle, dry them for 3-4 hours, and then place them in soil or water for propagation. 1. For water propagation, avoid transparent containers. Place the stem in water, and once roots appear, use hydroponic fertilizer. When roots are 5-7 cm long, transfer to soil. 2. For soil propagation, plant deeply in soil without fertilizer. After propagation, avoid exposing to bright light. Gradually increase light exposure to help the plant adapt. Maintain high humidity and a temperature of 20-25°C.
🪴 Repot
Due to its slow growth rate, it is advisable to repot every 2-3 years.
💊 Fertilize
Fertilizer is not often needed, but using it once from spring to summer at the recommended amount can promote more vigorous growth.
🌺 Flower
When grown indoors, it rarely blooms. Therefore, it is not suitable if your goal is to see flowers.
water
How to water Dracaena sanderiana
How often should I water?
check Dracaena sanderiana Every 14 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
Light & Location
How much light does a Dracaena sanderiana need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Medium
Grow light
Light preference
Dracaena sanderiana likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Medium, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
800 ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
800
20K
Temperature
Houseplants
-15
18~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Dracaena sanderiana at home, make sure the temperature is 18~25℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Dracaena sanderiana prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Dracaena sanderiana is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Liliopsida, Order: Asparagales, Family: Asparagaceae, Genus: Dracaena, Species: Dracaena sanderiana
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Habitat | China |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Dracaena |
| Species | Dracaena sanderiana |
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