Red Dracaena

The Red Dracaena is a striking indoor plant known for its slender, upright green leaves edged in deep red or burgundy. This eye-catching beauty brings an exotic feel and elegance to any room. It’s low maintenance, thrives in indoor spaces, and is perfect for beginners or plant lovers who want effortless greenery. Also known as Dracaena marginata, it adapts well to a variety of lighting conditions and helps purify indoor air, making it both decorative and functional.

Dracaena marginata

☀️ Sunlight (India) : 💡 Thrives in bright, indirect light , 🌤️ Tolerates medium to low light conditions , 🌅 Morning sun (before 10 a.m.) is ideal for vibrant color , ❌ Avoid harsh, direct sunlight — it may scorch the leaves

💧 Watering (India) : 🕳️ Water only when the topsoil is dry , Use around 150–300 ml per session , ⚠️ Do not overwater — Red Dracaena is sensitive to root rot

🪴 Best Soil Mix : 🪨 40% Garden Soil🏖️ 25% Perlite/Sand (for drainage)🥥 15% Coco Peat (moisture balance)🌿 10% Compost (nutrition)🧱 10% Crushed Brick/Gravel (aeration)

🧪 Soil pH : 6.0–7.0

🌡️ Soil Temp : 18°C–28°C

🏠 Perfect For : 🛏️ Bedroom🛋️ Living Room🖥️ Office Desk🚪 Entryways🏢 Corridors

✅ Oxygen Production : 🌃 Releases oxygen during the day, improves indoor air quality , This plant produces approximately 90–160 ml/day (Oxygen required per day for an average adult is approximately 360 liters.)

✅ Air Purifier : 🧪 Helps remove toxins like formaldehyde and benzene , 🌬️ Effective in small-to-medium indoor spaces (~10 sq. ft.)

✅ Low Maintenance : 🕒 Requires minimal care – ideal for busy lifestyles

✅ Aesthetic Appeal : 🌿 Features elegant, slim green leaves with red margins , ✨ Adds a tropical-modern look to your decor

✅ Boosts Focus & Mood:

🧠 Increases focus by 10–20%

😊 Elevates mood by up to 40%

✅ Great for Gifting : 🎁 Stylish + easy-care = Perfect indoor plant gift

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