Dracaena Compacta – Multi Stem – HydroCare
Compacta as the name suggests is a compact version of Dracaena fragrans. The HydroCare multi-stem version provides height and helps display the tropical lush deep green foliage at different levels on separate stems. Dracaena Compacta likes bright conditions and enjoys slightly raised humidity. Like all Dracaena it helps purify the surrounding air.
HydroCare – Dracaena Compacta – Multi Stem Care & Info Guide
Horty Hints
Manage and Maintain! inconsistent levels of water, temperature and light can damage some leaves beyond repair. Thankfully these can be torn in half lengthways and pulled out.
Feeling the Chill! These warm climate plants are susceptible to temperatures of 12 degrees or lower. Leaves will curl and can dry-up and die.
Ditch the Droop! Although these plants prefer to be a little on the drier side, too dry will cause leaves to droop and drop. Check the water meter for optimum watering.
Light
Dracaena Compacta prefers medium to bright indirect light but, like most Dracaena, can tolerate a vast range of light levels, including partial shade. The darker the plant’s leaf, the more shade it can tolerate.
Watering
Keep an eye on the water metre. Water when the meter has been on minimum for 7 to 10 days. Check out our HydroCare set up guide for more information.
Temperature
The Compacta does best in average household temperatures: between 16-24°C, but can cope with as low as 12°C for short periods.
Humidity
Dracaena are hardy houseplants and will do well in normal room humidity, however they do prefer higher humidity and will benefit from occasional misting.
Feed
Add a Hydroculture liquid feed every 2 to 3 waterings during the spring and summer months.
Height & Growth Rate
Fragrans Compacta is a very slow-growing plant which typically reaches an ultimate height of 1 to 2 metres.
Please note: each plant is unique so available heights are approximate and the plant you receive may vary by ±10%.
Toxicity
The sap of the Dracaena Compacta is toxic to animals. It is not considered poisonous to humans but should not be ingested.
Air Purifying
This plant filters airborne toxins such as benzene and formaldehyde, and is part of our clean air plant collection.
Origin
Like most Dracaena, the fragrans ‘Compacta’ originates from tropical Africa.
