Keep in mind thatDracaenaspp.
is toxic to dogs and cats.
Song of India Care
Here are the main care requirements for growing song of India.
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Light
Song of India requires bright,indirect sunlightfor at least four hours per day.
These conditions keep the foliage vibrant but too much sun is also harmful and can cause leaf scorch.
Soil
Song of India is not very particular about soil.
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A peaty, well-drained potting mix is best.
Song of India requires less water in the winter.
Never overwater this plant, as it’s especially susceptible to root rot.
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A symptom of fluoride damage is wilting on the leaf margins.
Temperature and Humidity
Keep normal room temperatures between 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit for song of India.
The plant prefers humidity on the higher side.
Fertilizer
Feed the plant bi-weekly in the spring and summer with a water-soluble10-10-10 fertilizerdiluted by half.
No feeding is needed during the winter months.
At the cut location, new leaves will eventually begin to grow and fill out the plant.
Each cutting can be used to grow a new plant.
This species is a slow grower and only needs to be repotted every few years.
When your plant is outgrowing its container, choose a pot one size larger with plenty of drainage.
Avoid excessively large pots, as they may hold in too much moisture.
Carefully lift the plant from the original pot, shaking away excess soil from its roots.
Place the plant in its new pot and fill any empty areas with soil.
Thoroughly water the soil, allowing water to drain, then care for it as usual.
Ideally, place it in an area of your home with consistent temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees.
Treat your plant by rubbing its leaves and stems with insecticidal soap or rubbing alcohol.
Fusarium leaf spot is also common inDracaenaplants.
This fungus causes brown spots or tips on the leaves.
What Do Song of India Flowers Look and Smell Like?
Clusters of tiny white flowers are reportedly quite fragrant when in bloom.
How to Encourage More Blooms?
Plenty of bright, indirect sunlight and humidity are essential for this plant to produce its flowers.
Caring for Song of India After It Blooms
Allow the flowers to die naturally.
Decrease watering the plant during the winter season.
Brown leaves that aren’t dry may indicate that the plant is overwatered.
Brownish leaves that have more of a red tinge may indicate fusarium leaf spot.
Overwatering or too much humidity could be causing the problem.
It is a good houseplant for thebeginner gardenerand it can tolerate low light and low water conditions.
Song of India is susceptible to leaf scorch.
Avoid direct sunlight but choose a location with plenty of bright,indirect sunlight.
A spot near an east-facing window or a few feet from a west- or south-facing window is best.
Outdoors, the plant prefers a partially shady location.
Song of India grows about 4 inches a year.
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