Dragon Tree care guide
Dracaena marginata
Short version: medium to bright indirect, and water when top half of soil is dry. The full care profile is below, and it is the same data PlantRx uses to build this plant's watering schedule inside the app.
Dragon Tree care at a glance
| Light | Medium to bright indirect |
|---|---|
| Water | When top half of soil is dry |
| Soil | Loose, well-draining mix |
| Humidity | Average |
| Temperature | 64–81°F |
| Toxicity | Toxic to cats and dogs |
How often should you water a Dragon Tree?
When top half of soil is dry. That is the single thing most likely to kill it — more houseplants die from the watering can than from anything else. In PlantRx, saving this plant to your garden turns that line into a dated reminder that shifts with your local forecast.
How much light does a Dragon Tree need?
Medium to bright indirect. Keep the soil (loose, well-draining mix) and humidity (average) matched to that, and hold the room between 64–81°F.
Is Dragon Tree safe for cats and dogs?
Toxic to cats and dogs. PlantRx gives three separate verdicts — people, dogs and cats — on every plant it reads. This is general guidance, not veterinary advice: if an animal or child has eaten any part of a plant, call a vet or a poison line rather than relying on an app.
Grower's note
Sensitive to fluoride — filtered water keeps the leaf tips green.
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PlantRx identifies a plant from a photo, scores its health out of 100 and builds the care schedule for you — including watering reminders adjusted to your local weather.