Shrub-Tree- Cordyline (Dracaena)
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Common Name: Dracaena
Botanical Name: Cordyline australis
Family: Asteraceae (Compositae)Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen palm-like shrub or tree native to New Zealand
Sun: Full sun; tolerate part shade
Water requirements: Moderate to regular water
Soil requirements: Prefers loose, deep soil to accommodate long root
Habit and form: Woody plants with sword-like leaves. Upper leaves erect, lower leaves droop. Can grow to 6 to 12 feet wide, 10 to 20 feet tall. Leaves come in various colors or with stripes of colors (red, green, pink). Can be grown as a house plant
Flower type: Flowers in long branching clusters
Flower color & bloom season: Flowers are usually white and fragrant; blooms in spring
Pruning time and method: Not much pruning required; cut off dead leaves and flowers
Maintenance tips: Can cut back young plants to force multiple trunks
