Light. Outdoors it grows best in partial sun; indoors give it bright, direct light.
Water. It has good drought tolerance once established and suits areas without irrigation. In pots, let the top inch of soil dry between waterings.
Soil and feeding. Grows in sand, loam or clay, acidic or alkaline. In pots, salts and fluoride in tap water can brown the leaf tips.
Size. Usually 4–8 ft; old plants reach 8–15 ft, and 15–20 ft in protected spots. It grows slowly.
Problems to watch. No major problems. Indoors, watch for mealybugs, scale and spider mites; treat with Insecticidal Soap.
Good to know. It is sensitive to salt spray, so keep it away from direct coastal exposure. Dracaenas are toxic to cats and dogs if eaten.
Sources: UF/IFAS EDIS FP187: Dracaena reflexa Reflexed Dracaena · NC State Extension Plant Toolbox: Dracaena (genus)
