Lucky Bamboo.

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Care level

Easy

Plant type

perennial

Light

bright indirect light

Indoor light

medium

Water

Every 7 to 14 days

Mature size

100 cm

Growth rate

medium

Hardiness

USDA 10 to 11

Bloom time

Rarely indoors

Entretien

Keep your plant in bright, indirect light to prevent leggy growth. If growing in water, change it every few weeks to keep it fresh and clear. Watch for yellowing leaves, which often signal too much direct sun or chemicals in the water.

Watering

Change water weekly if grown hydroponically or keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

Feeding

Use a very dilute liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Pruning

Trim back yellowing leaves or overgrown stems to maintain shape.

Repotting

Repot only when the root system becomes too crowded for the container.

Soil

well draining potting mix or water

Soil pH

6.0 to 6.5

Temperature

15 to 32°C

Humidity

40 to 60%

Drought tolerance

low

Lifespan

Perennial, typically 5 to 10 years.

Deer and rabbits

moderate

Sécurité

People

Ingestion can cause mouth irritation, nausea, and vomiting.

Pets

This plant is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.

Children

Keep this plant out of reach of small children to prevent accidental ingestion of the leaves.

Contact allergens

The sap can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Airborne allergens

There are no notable respiratory allergens associated with this plant.

Edibility

This plant is toxic to pets and should not be consumed by humans.

Comment l'identifier

• segmented green stems
• narrow lance shaped leaves
• often grown in water
• flexible stems for training

Height

0.3 to 1m

Spread

0.15 to 0.45m

Leaves

green, light green, evergreen

Flowers

white, 1 to 2cm

Problèmes courants

• Root rot — Usually caused by overwatering or stagnant water in the container.
• Leaf tip burn — Often triggered by fluoride or chlorine in tap water.
• Spider mites — Small pests that thrive in dry indoor air and cause yellowing leaves.

La cultiver

Propagation

cuttings

When to plant

spring, summer

Overwintering

Keep the plant away from cold drafts and heating vents during winter. Reduce watering slightly as growth slows down in cooler temperatures.

In containers

It is excellent for containers and can even be grown in decorative glass vases with water.

Group plants with similar water needs together to maintain consistent humidity levels.

Bonnes associations

• Peace Lily — They share similar low light and high humidity requirements.
• Pothos — Both plants are easy to grow and handle similar indoor conditions.

À éloigner de

• Succulents — Succulents require much more light and less water than this plant.

Espèces similaires

• Corn Plant — It is a larger relative that shares the same genus and care needs.
• Dragon Tree — It is another popular Dracaena with similar light and water preferences.

Science

Family

Asparagaceae

Genus

Dracaena

Order

Asparagales

Class

Liliopsida

Native range

Central Africa.

Conservation

This species is not currently of conservation concern.

It grows in the shaded understory of tropical rainforests where it relies on filtered light.

Uses

Indoor ornamental, Hydroponic display, Feng shui decor

Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.

Ce qu'on demande souvent

Why are the leaves turning yellow?

This is often a sign of too much direct sunlight or chemical sensitivity to tap water.

Can I grow it in soil?

Yes, it thrives in well draining potting mix as long as it stays moist but not soggy.

D'où vient le nom

It is named after the German-born horticulturist Henry Frederick Conrad Sander.

Bon à savoir

• It is often gifted to bring good luck and prosperity.
• The number of stalks in an arrangement is said to carry specific meanings.
• It grows remarkably well in just water and pebbles.
• It can tolerate lower light levels than many other houseplants.