Dracaena surculosa (Golddust Dracaena)

Dracaena surculosa (Golddust Dracaena) plant with yellow speckled green leaves in a black container.
Dracaena surculosa (Golddust Dracaena) foliage in a plastic container with speckled yellow and green leaves.
Dracaena surculosa

Botanical names: Dracaena surculosa, Dracaena godseffiana

Common names: Golddust Dracaena, Spoted-Leaf Dracaena, Japanese Bamboo, Gold Dust Plant

Family: Asparagaceae    (Formerly:Dracaenaceae / Liliaceae / Agavaceae)

Origin: Tropical Africa

USDA Zone: 10-11

Cold tolerance: 35°F

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeShadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade; shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant

Spectacular foliage plant from Canary Islands, slow growing, winding or hanging at times that grows about 1.5-2 ft high.The leaves are dark green spotted with golden drops. New leaves appear as tightly rolled cones, unfurling to show beautiful creamy yellow markings. The 3" long inflorescences with small white flowers are pleasantly fragrant during the night; the fruits are globose berries of about 15 mm of diameter of a reddish orange color. Perfect house plant with low needs.

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