Plant Care Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

About Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

Did you know the genus name Dracaena comes from the Greek for ā€˜female dragonā€™? Some plants in this genus have thick, red resin which was reminiscent of dragon blood! šŸ² Dracaenas are native to Africa, Asia, and northern Australia, and are known for being super easy to care for. Some species can go months without water, and many can grow well in low sunlight.

Taxonomy

Dracaena reflexa var. brevituba
Dracaena
Asparagaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

Water needs for Dracaena reflexa var brevituba
0.5 cups
every 12

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnā€™t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Dracaena reflexa var brevituba in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Dracaena reflexa var brevituba: 6ft from a window
6ft or less from
a window

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŸ’Ŗ.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dracaena reflexa var brevituba in your home šŸ”.

šŸŖ“ Nutrients

How to fertilize Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Dracaena reflexa var brevituba: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itā€™s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Dracaena reflexa var brevituba after it doubles in size or once a yearā€”whichever comes first.

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šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŸ’Ŗ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home šŸ”.

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šŸ¶ šŸˆ šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantā€™s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itā€™s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.


šŸ’Ø Humidity

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

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šŸŖ“ Soil

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnā€™t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

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šŸ’© Fertilizer

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba grows very slowly and doesnā€™t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantā€™s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


ā„ļø Dormancy

Itā€™s common for Dracaena reflexa var brevituba to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


šŸŒŽ Native Region

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba is native to Africa to Southern Asia and Australia.


šŸŒ± Propagation

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

  • Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
  • To get the cutting to root, you can either:
    • Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2ā€ long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
    • Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

šŸ§ Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba

Dracaena reflexa var brevituba


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 6ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4ā€ pot your plant is in, and that it doesnā€™t get direct sunlight.

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