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Song of India - 5" Pot

Song of India - 5" Pot

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  • Bright gold-edged whorled leaves
  • Bushy, compact habit
  • Very low maintenance
  • Air-purifying houseplant
  • Tolerates moderate light
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Country of origin: India

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Dracaena reflexa, popularly sold as Song of India, is a bushy, slow-growing shrub with short, lance-shaped leaves arranged in dense whorls along upright stems. The most common form has cream-to-gold leaf margins that brighten any space. Compact and versatile, it suits tabletops, floor pots and office desks, and tolerates a wide range of indoor conditions. Like other Dracaenas it is drought-forgiving, low-maintenance and valued for air purification. Its layered, sculptural growth gives a lush yet tidy look. With warmth and bright indirect light it stays colourful and full, making it a favourite decorative foliage plant in India.

Specifications

Family Asparagaceae
Native region Madagascar, Indian Ocean islands
Mature height 0.6-2 m indoors
Mature spread 0.4-0.9 m
Growth rate Slow
Foliage Whorled lance-shaped, green with gold margins
Flower colour White (rare indoors)
Flower season Rarely flowers indoors
Climate zone Tropical to subtropical

Care guide

Sunlight Bright indirect light; tolerates moderate light
Watering Water when top half of soil dries
Soil / mix Well-draining mix with perlite and sand
Temperature 18-30 C; protect below 12 C
Humidity Average room humidity is fine
Fertilizer Light balanced feed monthly in growing season
Pruning Trim tips to keep bushy and shaped
Repotting Every 2-3 years; tolerates snug roots
Propagation Stem and tip cuttings
Pests & problems Spider mites, mealybugs, scale occasionally
Toxicity / safety Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested
Difficulty Very easy

Uses

Decorative bushy foliage plant for tabletops, desks and floor pots. A low-maintenance, air-purifying accent for homes and offices.

Growing tips

Pinch the tips to encourage a dense, bushy shape. In India give it bright indirect light to keep the gold variegation strong, and use filtered water to avoid leaf-tip browning.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Song of India?
Water when the top half of the soil dries, about every 7-10 days. It is drought-tolerant and dislikes soggy roots.
How much light does it need?
Bright indirect light keeps the gold variegation vivid. It tolerates moderate light but avoid harsh direct sun.
Is Song of India toxic to pets?
Yes. Like other Dracaenas it is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, so keep it out of their reach.
How do I keep it bushy?
Pinch or trim the stem tips regularly. This encourages branching and keeps the plant dense rather than leggy.
How do I propagate it?
Take stem or tip cuttings and root them in water or moist well-draining soil during the warm growing season.
Why are the leaf tips browning?
Often fluoride or salts in tap water, or dry air. Use filtered water and flush the soil occasionally to remove salts.
When should I repot it?
Repot every 2-3 years. It tolerates snug roots, so avoid jumping to a much larger pot at once.
Can I grow it outdoors?
Yes, in bright shade in frost-free areas. Protect it from direct afternoon sun and cold winter nights.
Does it flower indoors?
Rarely. It is grown for its colourful foliage; indoor flowering is uncommon and not the reason to keep it.
How do I fertilize it?
Feed lightly with a balanced diluted liquid fertilizer once a month in the growing season; avoid winter feeding.

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