Dracaena deremensis 'Janet Craig' (Janet Craig)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusDracaena
Speciesderemensis
Cultivar'Janet Craig'
CategoryTropicals, Woody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Description and Growing Information

PropagationBy stem tip cuttings in spring rooted in moist soil.
CultivationBest grown in rich, well-drained soil in bright, indirect light. Water thoroughly, but allow the soil to dry out a bit between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
PestsMealybugs, spider mites, scale and thrips.
Notable SpecimensCentennial Conservatory, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLong and tapered, with wavy margins, grows to 7.5 cm wide, 60 cm long.
Colour DescriptionLeaves are dark green.
Texture DescriptionLeaves are smooth and glossy.

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