Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
trifasciata
ID:
1411957

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prain) Mabb.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Mabberley's Pl.-Book 1101. 2017

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424422


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Description

Dracaena trifasciata (also called Snake plant, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It has long, narrow leaves with yellow stripes and grows in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Dracaena trifasciata is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ease of care. It can be used to decorate indoor spaces and is also known for its air-purifying properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dracaena trifasciata is white with a yellow lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracaena trifasciata can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Dracaena trifasciata

Dracaena trifasciata can be found in India.

Dracaena trifasciata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Dracaena trifasciata?

Dracaena trifasciata is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What type of soil does Dracaena trifasciata prefer?

Dracaena trifasciata prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much light does Dracaena trifasciata need?

Dracaena trifasciata needs bright, indirect light.

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

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.