Lemon Lime Dracaena
Dracaena fragrans 'Lemon Lime'
Lemon Lime Dracaena is a vivid cultivar with chartreuse-and-green striped leaves that brighten any room. Easy and upright-growing, it offers the durability of Dracaena with a punch of color.
- Light
- Bright indirect light
- Water
- Let topsoil dry; water sparingly
- Difficulty
- Easy
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Overview
Lemon Lime Dracaena is a striking cultivar of Dracaena fragrans, prized for its long strap leaves striped in bright lime-green, yellow, and darker green. The vivid coloring makes it stand out among the more uniformly green Dracaenas.
Like its relatives, it grows upright on woody canes and is tolerant of average indoor conditions. It provides bold, electric color with very little maintenance.
How to identify it
Recognize Lemon Lime Dracaena by:
- Leaves: long, arching strap leaves with bright chartreuse and yellow stripes alternating with deep green centers
- Color: the most vivid neon-green of the common Dracaena cultivars
- Stems: woody canes bearing leaf rosettes
- Habit: upright, often multi-cane, reaching several feet tall over time
- Size: tabletop to floor-plant heights
Care & growing
Light: Bright, indirect light brings out the brightest coloring; tolerates moderate light but stripes fade in dim conditions. Avoid direct sun.
Water: Let the top inch or two dry before watering. Use filtered or distilled water to avoid fluoride leaf burn.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature: 65-78°F (18-26°C); keep away from cold drafts.
Feeding: Light feeding during the growing season.
Propagation: Root cane sections or stem-tip cuttings.
Habitat & origin
The parent species Dracaena fragrans is native to tropical Africa. 'Lemon Lime' is a cultivated selection developed for its colorful variegation.
It is grown worldwide as an indoor plant in homes and offices, valued for adding color to interiors with minimal care.
Frequently asked questions
Why are the leaf stripes fading?
Fading color usually means insufficient light. Move it to brighter indirect light to restore vivid lemon-lime coloring.
Why are leaf tips browning?
Brown tips are commonly caused by fluoride and salts in tap water. Switch to filtered or distilled water.
How tall does it get?
Indoors it can grow several feet tall over years, depending on the cane heights; it can be pruned to control size.
Lemon Lime Dracaena guides
In-depth guides for identifying, growing, and caring for Lemon Lime Dracaena.
