Dracena marginata - Tarzan Tree

The Tarzan Dracaena is a stunning and vibrant houseplant known for its eye-catching foliage. Its leaves are long, lance-shaped, and elegantly arching, typically reaching heights of several feet. Dracena are notably easy to grow, with watering requirements being very low and adaptable to just about any light available. 

Tarzan Tree Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia 'Tarzan'
• Common Name: Tarzan Tree, Tarzan Plant, Tarzan Dracena
• Family: Asparagaceae 
• Native Range: Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, and other nearby islands of the Indian Ocean. 

Tarzan Tree Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light
• Water:  Let about half of the top soil dry out before watering
• Humidity: High
• Temperature:  Avoid cold drafts and temps below 60F
• Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth.
• Feeding: Fertilize with a diluted basic houseplant food in spring and summer
• Propagation: Root division, Stem Cuttings
• Growth: Slow growing, upright
• Pests: Resilient to pests
• Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets 

The central portion of each leaf is predominantly green, while the margins and stripes feature various hues of cream, pink, and red, creating a captivating contrast and a truly dazzling display. This dynamic and visually arresting color palette makes the Colorama Dracaena a standout choice for adding both beauty and a pop of color to any indoor space.