Cornstalk Dracaena
4.3 out of 5 (63 experiences)
Large, lush leaves
Survivor
Also known as
Dragon Trees (Corn Plant), Twister Dragon and Dracaena Limelight
Taxonomy
Dracaena fragrans
Dracaena
Asparagaceae
Asparagales
What other plant parents say
Large, lush leaves 37
Survivor 32
Fast grower 14
Browns easily 14
Easy to propagate 3
Blooms easily 3
Pest magnet 1
03/18/2021
If you’re a low-maintenance kind of plant person, maybe don’t get a larger dracaena. Mine has been finicky and I didn’t do enough research prior to purchasing. If you can’t live without it, know that…
@Paula
New York, NY
02/13/2021
I saved this baby from a former roommate who had forgotten to water it for...months? Not sure how long. Anyway when I got it, it looked dead but I thought maybe if I could revive it — and I did, than…
03/29/2021
It’s super easy to take care of especially since i’m new to plants , I LOVE IT . It’s like my favorite one I just water it according to greg and it has done great so far . It already looks bigger and…
03/07/2021
S L O W grower. Arrived as a big fat stick. Water and wait. And wait, then wait some more. This is a few years old. Even so, I like it. I feel accomplished growing it from a little log. The leaves la…
@Bellyboo
Riverview, FL
03/11/2021
If you break a piece off, no worries! You just got yourself a new plant✨ it’s a slow grower and doesn’t like direct sunlight so it’s perfect for anywhere in a room (as long as the room has windows)
@Beeplantast…
Slidell, LA
02/23/2021
Keep the leaves fresh from dust by wiping them down bi-weekly but its a very low maintenance beauty.. i have it in indirect sunlight and it still has beautiful green lush leaves
@Pbnjello
Los Angeles, CA
02/13/2021
I feel like i never really know what it wants. hard to see if it has any growth but easily see all of the leaves dying. not sure if it’s me or the light but ya
@Faeriesholl…
San Jacinto, CA
04/19/2021
It hasn't grown much since I bought it (7 months) but it hasn't died either. An alright plant, really pretty but it hasn't made any progress with me
@Veltheimc
Willimantic, CT
03/29/2021
Loves light and needs lots of water. My roommates and I see dry soil often and fill up a jug to water her. Then do it all again two days later.
@Pamela
Slidell, LA
02/16/2021
I truly love my corn plant but it needs something extra! It’s leaves are browning and twisting also but it’s my favorite!
How to care for Cornstalk Dracaena
Water
How often to water your Cornstalk Dracaena
every 12
Cornstalk Dracaena needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’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.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
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Finding light for Cornstalk Dracaena in your home
a window
Cornstalk Dracaena 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 💪.
Select your city to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cornstalk Dracaena in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Cornstalk Dracaena
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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cornstalk Dracaena after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
Care Summary for Cornstalk Dracaena
Cornstalk Dracaena
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 6ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
