Dragon Tree - Dracaena Draco 'Multi'

Dracaena Draco 'Multi'

Legendary tree famous for dragon's blood resin, multi-trunk form. Long-lived and extremely characterful.

Product Information

Latin Name Dracaena Draco 'Multi'
Category Tropical Plants
Stock Code BTN-030
Height 0.5-2 m
Pot Type Plastic / Ceramic
Sale Type Single

Features

Climate Resistance Medium (+2°C / 36°F)
Watering Needs Low
Sun Requirement Full Sun / Partial Shade
Usage Area Indoor and Outdoor
Growth Rate Very Slow
Feature Multi Trunk

Product Description

Dragon Tree (Dracaena Draco 'Multi'), native to Canary Islands, is a legendary plant named after the red resin (dragon's blood) that flows when cut. The 'Multi' form has an impressive structure consisting of multiple trunks. An extremely characterful and long-lived tree with its thick trunk, umbrella-shaped crown and grey-green sword leaves. One of the world's longest-lived plants with specimens surviving over 1000 years in nature.

Detailed Specifications

Leaf Form Sword-shaped, grey-green, stiff, rosette arrangement
Trunk Multiple, thick, grey, umbrella form with age
Resin Red 'dragon's blood' resin (when cut)
Root System Strong, deep
Lifespan 500-1000+ years

Care & Growing

Watering

Needs little water. Water after soil dries. Minimize watering in winter.

Soil

Well-drained sandy soil. Use cactus-succulent mix in pots.

Fertilizing

Light fertilizer monthly in spring and summer. Avoid over-fertilizing.

Pruning

No pruning needed. Drying leaves drop naturally.

Winter Preparation

Damaged below +2°C. Move indoors in winter in cold regions.

Usage Areas

  • Luxury hotel and lobby decoration
  • Villa garden special collection
  • Terrace and courtyard focal point
  • Tropical and exotic themed venues
  • Botanical gardens and collections
  • Office and workplace interior design
  • Restaurant and cafe decoration

Frequently Asked Questions

Dracaena Draco secretes a red resin when cut. It has been used throughout history in dyes, medicine and rituals.

Yes, grows in bright interiors. Gives ideal results near windows or in bright lobbies.

Yes, there are living specimens on the Canary Islands estimated to be over 1000 years old.

Grows very slowly. Therefore large specimens are quite valuable and sought-after collector's pieces.

Mildly toxic to pets. Recommended to keep out of reach of cats and dogs.

Delivery and Logistics

Our Dragon Tree plants shipped with special packaging protecting multiple trunks. Extra protection for fragile leaf rosettes.

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