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Dracaena
There are many species and cultivars of this genus with assorted foliage forms and variegations. They are very useful as indoor and outdoor potplants and can be used as garden plants in much of Queensland. While some of the more familiar species have a lush "rainforest" look, they're relatively drought tolerant.
The Dragon Tree (or Dragon's Blood, D. draco) has a high degree of drought tolerance and is bound to become popular in Australia as it becomes more widely available. Anyone in Brisbane wishing to view an old specimen of a Dragon Tree should visit the City Botanic Gardens. Planted in the 1800's, it's suffered damage over the years but the skills of arborists are helping to preserve this historic specimen. It's located near the cafe (formerly the curator's cottage).
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Where to buy Dracenas in Qld
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You're sure to find popular species in regular garden centres. Also try Succulent Nurseries for dracaenas, especially species such as D. draco.
This section is intended for nurseries (including online and mail order) offering a greater selection or rare varieties of Dracaena. If you operate such a nursery, click here: Information for advertisers
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News
Old dragon blood in danger
Sydney's Royal Botanic Gardens are trying to save a century-old Dracaena draco that has recently fallen. It's possible that after years of drought, recent rains stimulated top growth that was too heavy for the roots to support. In its natural habitat of the Canary Islands (off the north-west coast of Africa), this species can live over 660 years. More from Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain Trust, Sydney, available here. (May 2008)
More Links
The following links are for general information - some species or cultivars may be unavailable in Australia
Tricolor Dracaena Dracaena marginata Online Manual of Subtropical Landscaping Plants, Palm Beach Community College, Florida
Dracaena marginata Red-Edged Dracaena, Dragon-Tree, Madagascar Dragon-Tree. University of Florida, USA (PDF)
Global Trees Campaign includes information of many endangered species including Dracaena draco and Dracaena ombet
Grow dracaena godseffiana the easy way BAR Research and Development Digest, October-December 2001 Volume 3 No. 4 (Official Quarterly Publication of the Bureau of Agricultural Research, Phillipines)
Lucky Bamboo, Ribbon Plant Dracaena sanderiana. Online Manual of Subtropical Landscaping Plants, Palm Beach Community College, Florida
Cashing in with the 'lucky bamboo' BAR Research and Development Digest, October-December 2001Volume 3 No. 4 (Official Quarterly Publication of the Bureau of Agricultural Research, Phillipines)
Lance Dracaena Dracaena thalioides. Online Manual of Subtropical Landscaping Plants, Palm Beach Community College, Florida
Possible misspellings: Dracina, Dracena
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