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. 

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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. 

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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 

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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.