Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter. If grown in water, change the water weekly to prevent stagnation and bacterial growth.
Also known as "lucky Bamboo" Dracaena Sanderiana !!! · Bamboo · Belgian Evergreen
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to pets. See toxicity details.
Dracaena braunii, known as Lucky Bamboo, is a popular houseplant valued for its elegant form and association with good fortune.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
70% intensity
Avoid direct sun, which can scorch leaves. Tolerates lower light.
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
60% intensity
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Change water weekly if grown hydroponically.
Well-draining potting mix. A standard houseplant mix with added perlite or sand works well.
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
70% intensity
Ideal range is 18-25°C. Avoid cold drafts.
House Plant, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season.
40% intensity
Use diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from spring to summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter. If grown in water, change the water weekly to prevent stagnation and bacterial growth.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, or to remove yellowing or dead leaves. Cut stems just above a node. Can be propagated from cuttings.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Cut a section of stem with at least two nodes, remove lower leaves, and place in water or moist soil to root.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one. Use fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Dracaena |
| Species | Dracaena braunii |
Similar in genus Dracaena
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