Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
konaensis
ID:
766487

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.St.John) Jankalski

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Sansevieria 18: 21 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765820

Common Names

  • Kona Dragon Tree
  • Kona Dracaena
  • Kona Dragon Plant

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Description

Dracaena konaensis (also called Kona Dragon Tree, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a single trunk with long, narrow leaves and a flowering stem with a single white or pink flower. It typically grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dracaena konaensis is often used as an ornamental plant in homes and offices. It is also known to help reduce stress and anxiety, and can be used to purify the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dracaena konaensis has white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracaena konaensis is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 10 feet tall. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix in a container or in the ground. Propagation is done by division of the root ball or by stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Dracaena konaensis

Dracaena konaensis is native to Hawaii and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates in the wild.

Dracaena konaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracaena konaensis?

Dracaena konaensis

What is the common name of Dracaena konaensis?

Kona Dragon Tree

What is the natural habitat of Dracaena konaensis?

Tropical rainforests of Hawaii

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-304708: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.
Stephen Jankalski (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jankalski' in the authors string.