Dracaena fragrans (L.) Ker Gawl.
| Etymology | Genus | Greek: 'drakaina'= female dragon. The red resin produced by this genus is known as 'dragon's blood' |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Fragrant, referring to the flower | |
| Family | Asparagaceae | |
| Synonyms | Aletris fragrans L., Cordyline fragrans (L.) Planch. | |
| Common Names | Cornstalk Dracaena, Fortune Plant, Corn Plant | |
| Status | Exotic: Casual | |
| Form | Shrub | |
| Native Distribution | Tropical Africa | |
Diagnostics:
This is a very common ornamental Dracaena cultivated around the island, and also found as remnants in young secondary forests that used to be kampungs. It is a shrub that can grow up to about 5m, with leafy clusters at the tip of each stem arranged in a spiral and overlapping manner.
A cultivated stand in Sembawang.
Leaf.
Overlapping petioles.
Stem.
Author: Siyang
Posted: 2025-10-24
Posted: 2025-10-24
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