Dracaena 'Malaika'
Dracaena 'Malaika'
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Description :
Brighten your space with the cheerful, compact beauty of the Dracaena 'Malaika'. This modern variety of the classic Corn Plant features a lush, tight rosette of broad, arching leaves, each with a vibrant, chartreuse-yellow stripe down the center. Wonderfully easy to care for and perfect for smaller spaces, 'Malaika' is a durable and stylish choice for bringing a touch of the tropics to a desk or tabletop.


Plant Details:
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Mature height
A compact variety, typically staying around 1–2 feet tall.
Mature width
Forms a dense rosette approximately 1–1.5 feet wide.
Spacing
Ideal as a tabletop or desk plant; its compact form makes it great for adding a splash of green to smaller areas.
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Features broad, strap-like, deep green leaves that arch gracefully from a central rosette. Each leaf has a wide, bold stripe of bright chartreuse-yellow running down its center.
Flowering Period & Fruit
Flowering is extremely rare in an indoor environment; this cultivar is grown for its compact form and bright foliage.
Sun Tolerance
Thrives in medium to bright, indirect light. The central stripe will be most vibrant in a brighter spot. Keep out of direct, hot sun.
Maintenance
Easy. A low-maintenance and durable houseplant. Water thoroughly when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Using filtered or distilled water is beneficial to prevent brown leaf tips.
Root System
A robust, fibrous root system that prefers to be kept slightly snug in its pot. Use a well-draining potting mix to prevent root rot.
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