Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Byng & Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.211805556. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429165
Common Names
- Dracaena dooneri
- Dooner's Dracaena
- Dooner's Dragon Tree
Description
Dracaena dooneri (also called Dooner's Dracaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the asparagus family. It is a small, evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m in height, with thick, woody stems and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and is often found in humid, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dracaena dooneri is a herbaceous perennial that is used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and is a good choice for rock gardens and woodland gardens. It is also used as an ornamental plant in borders and containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dracaena dooneri has small yellow flowers with white centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dracaena dooneri is a succulent native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the root system. For cultivation, it should be grown in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. It should be kept on the dry side and fertilized sparingly. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.
Where to Find Dracaena dooneri
Dracaena dooneri is native to South America and can be found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.
Dracaena dooneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracaena dooneri?
Dracaena dooneri
What is the common name of Dracaena dooneri?
Dooner's dracaena
What is the natural habitat of Dracaena dooneri?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Dracaena genus
Dracaena acaulis,
Dracaena acutissima,
Dracaena adamii,
Dracaena afromontana,
Dracaena aletriformis,
Dracaena americana,
Dracaena angustifolia,
Dracaena arborea,
Dracaena aubryana,
Dracaena aurea,
Dracaena bicolor,
Dracaena brachyphylla,
Dracaena braunii,
Dracaena breviflora,
Dracaena bueana,
Dracaena calocephala,
Dracaena cambodiana,
Dracaena camerooniana,
Dracaena cantleyi,
Dracaena cerasifera,
Dracaena chiniana,
Dracaena cincta,
Dracaena cinnabari,
Dracaena cochinchinensis,
Dracaena concinna,
Dracaena conferta,
Dracaena congoensis,
Dracaena cristula,
Dracaena cubensis,
Dracaena curtisii,
Dracaena cuspidata,
Dracaena draco,
Dracaena ellenbeckiana,
Dracaena elliptica,
Dracaena finlaysonii,
Dracaena floribunda,
Dracaena fontanesiana,
Dracaena forbesii,
Dracaena fragrans,
Dracaena glomerata,
Dracaena goldieana,
Dracaena granulata,
Dracaena griffithii,
Dracaena halapepe,
Dracaena hanningtonii,
Dracaena hewittii,
Dracaena hokouensis,
Dracaena kirkii,
Dracaena konaensis,
Dracaena lancea,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,
References
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.