Dracaena Hawaii - Dragon tree

The Dracaena 'Hawaii' is a variegated foliage cultivar of this easy-to-grow, low-maintenance houseplant. With its glossy, sword-shaped, deep green leaves highlighted by a central light green stripe, it adds a touch of exotic elegance to your interior. Hardy and easy to care for, this plant adapts equally well to homes and work offices, developing clusters of initially upright, then arching foliage on sturdy trunks, adding structure to your space. Perfect for modern interiors or a 'jungle' décor, it thrives in bright rooms away from direct sunlight, while tolerating lower light conditions.

Belonging to the Asparagaceae family, the Dracaena 'Hawaii' originates from a species with multiple botanical names: Aletris fragrans, Dracaena deremensis, Cordyline fragrans, Pleomele fragrans, Dracaena fragrans. Its common names include Fragrant Dragon Tree, African Dragon Tree, and Cornstalk Dracaena. Native to tropical Africa, particularly Angola, Mozambique, and surrounding regions, it is frequently grown outdoors in tropical regions. Widely cultivated as a houseplant worldwide due to its low demands, it can reach 2m in height and 1.5m in width over a slow growth. Its lanceolate foliage can grow up to 1 metre long, elegantly drooping as the plant matures. Flowering is rare indoors, appearing as small white flowers.

Indoors, the Dracaena 'Hawaii' prefers moderately high humidity (60% or more) but adapts well to standard ambient humidity or drier air. It thrives in temperatures between 18-26°C and in well-drained soil, with moderate watering.

The Dracaena 'Hawaii' effortlessly complements all styles, whether contemporary, bohemian, minimalist or exotic, adding a lush touch to any room. With its shrubby habit, palm-like foliage, and impressive dimensions, it becomes a true architectural feature. Pair it with contrasting foliage plants such as rounded-leaf Ficus rubber plants or large perforated-leaf Monstera obliqua to create a harmonious, visually dynamic display.