Dracaena 'Lisa'
5.0 out of 5 (4 experiences)
Survivor
Large, lush leaves
About Dracaena 'Lisa'
The protective resins inside this plant are in Dragon’s Blood, a bright red pigment, varnish, medicine, incense, and dye that has been used across ancient cultures for thousands of years. This plant rarely blooms, but when it does, its flower blooms at night and emits smells that attract night pollinators, like moths. 🦇
Taxonomy
Dracaena fragrans 'Lisa'
Dracaena
Asparagaceae
Asparagales
Also known as
Dracaena Lisa Cane and Dracaena deremensis 'Lisa'
How to care for Dracaena 'Lisa'
Water
How often to water your Dracaena 'Lisa'
every 12
Dracaena 'Lisa' 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 Dracaena 'Lisa' in your home
a window
Dracaena 'Lisa' 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 region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dracaena 'Lisa' in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Dracaena 'Lisa'
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 Dracaena 'Lisa' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Dracaena 'Lisa' 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.
Sunlight Needs
Dracaena 'Lisa' 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 region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’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 at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Dracaena 'Lisa' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Dracaena 'Lisa' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Dracaena 'Lisa' grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
It’s common for Dracaena 'Lisa' to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Dracaena 'Lisa' is native to Africa to Southern Asia and Australia.
Propagation
Dracaena 'Lisa' 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 ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.
Care Summary for Dracaena 'Lisa'
Dracaena 'Lisa'
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.
What other plant parents say
Survivor 3
Large, lush leaves 2
Browns easily 2
Fast grower 2
08/31/2021
I had this plant for 20 years it’s definitely a trooper!
Large, lush leaves
Survivor
Browns easily
03/04/2021
I’ve had this same plant since I was 12 years old. It’s moved across the states and back and still alive to this day. I’m 40 now. Can survive almost anything, it’s fallen over and spilled in a trailer during a move, accidentally was put out in the sun outside for 2 days and got sunburned, I mean all of the things. He’s still here. Hardiest plant I’ve ever owned, it’s gone a very long time without water (my bad, Robert). Highly recommend this houseplant for everyone.
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