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What is the name of the flower that Dracaena fragrans produces?

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Dracaena fragrans, also known as the cornstalk dracaena, is an evergreen tree in the genus Dracaena of the family Liliaceae. It can grow up to 6 m tall and is native to western Africa. It is distributed and cultivated in Yunnan, Guangxi, Hainan and other places in China; Dracaena fragrans has now become a common ornamental woody plant grown in households.

Alternative names for Dracaena fragrans

Cornstalk dracaena, dragon tree, Dracaena deremensis

Growth habits of Dracaena fragrans

There are many varieties of Dracaena fragrans, and it tolerates cold down to 10°C. It thrives in high-temperature, humid, semi-shaded environments. It prefers environments with ample light, high temperatures and high humidity, and also tolerates shade and dryness. It also grows well in bright indirect light and in the relatively dry environment of northern homes. Dracaena fragrans has strong adaptability to light; it can be kept on display in a dark room in the north for more than a month, and in a bright room in Gu'an it can be kept on display for a long time. It prefers high temperatures, high humidity and a well-ventilated environment; it likes light but also tolerates shade, yet it fears scorching sun and avoids dryness and drought, and it likes loose, well-drained sandy soil. The suitable temperature for growth is around 20-28°C. In winter, below 13°C it is necessary to protect against cold damage that dries out the leaves, and the overwintering temperature should be set at 5°C.

The flower language of Dracaena fragrans

Unwavering and unyielding, firm and steadfast, longevity and wealth, good fortune and prosperity.

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