Song of India Green (Dracaena Reflexa)
The Song of India Green is a stunning indoor plant known for its striking green-and-white striped leaves that spiral gracefully around strong, upright stems. With its tropical appearance and elegant shape, it instantly adds freshness and calm to any room. This air-purifying beauty thrives in bright spaces and is incredibly easy to maintain, making it ideal for both plant beginners and decor lovers.
Dracaena reflexa
๐ PLANT SIZE
- ๐ฑ Height: 40 cm / 15.7 in
- โ๏ธ Length & Width: 15 cm / 5.9 in
- ๐ท๏ธ Category: Indoor Plant
โ๏ธ Sunlight (India) : ๐ก Thrives in bright, indirect light , ๐ค๏ธ Tolerates filtered sunlight , ๐
Prefers morning light (before 10 a.m.) , โ Avoid direct afternoon sun (may scorch leaves)
๐ง Watering (India) : ๐ณ๏ธ Water when the top 1โ2 inches of soil feel dry , ๐ง 150โ300 ml per session , โ ๏ธ Avoid overwatering โ Risk of yellow leaves/root rot
๐ชด Best Soil Mix : ๐ชจ 40% Garden Soil๐๏ธ 25% Perlite or Sand (for drainage)๐ฅฅ 15% Coco Peat (moisture control)๐ฟ 10% Compost (nutrients)๐งฑ 10% Crushed Brick/Gravel (airflow)
๐งช Soil pH : 6.0โ7.0
๐ก๏ธ Soil Temp : 18ยฐCโ30ยฐC
๐ Perfect For : ๐๏ธ Bedroom ๐๏ธ Living Room ๐ฟ Bathroom ๐ฅ๏ธ Office Desk ๐ข Reception/Entryways
๐ฌ๏ธ PLANT BENEFITS
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Oxygen Production : ๐ Releases oxygen during the day through photosynthesis , ๐ฌ๏ธ Produces approx. 110โ180 ml/day (Oxygen required per day for an average adult is approx. 360 liters)
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Air Purifier : ๐งช Removes indoor toxins like trichloroethylene, benzene, and formaldehyde , ๐ฌ๏ธ Effective coverage: up to 10โ12 sq. ft.
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Low Maintenance : ๐ Needs little watering or care โ perfect for beginners or offices
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Aesthetic Appeal : ๐ฟ Graceful, arching leaves with bold green-and-white stripes , โจ Brings a calming, modern tropical vibe indoors
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Boosts Focus & Mood:
๐ง Improves focus by 10โ20%
๐ Uplifts mood by 25โ40%
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Great for Corporate Gifts : ๐ Stylish, easy-care & symbolic of growth and positivity
โญโญโญ PARLO Rated: 8.47/10
๐ฑ How to Plant a Sapling
- ๐ชด Choose a pot with drainage holes
- ๐งฑ Add a layer of pebbles (improves drainage)
- ๐งช Fill with soil mix (as above)
- ๐ฑ Place sapling & water gently
- โ๏ธ Keep in bright, indirect light & water when topsoil dries