{"product_id":"sydafrikansk-drageplante-dracaena-aletriformis-fro-10-stk","title":"South African dragon tree (Dracaena aletriformis) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRARE\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDracaena aletriformis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e South African dragon tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-leaved dragon tree, forest dracaena\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"875\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eDracaena aletriformis\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare and graceful dragon tree from the humid forests of South Africa. Unlike its better-known relative, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/drageblodstrae-dracaena-draco-fro-6-stk?\" title=\"Drageblodstræ (Dracaena draco) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eDracaena draco\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – the famous dragon tree from the Canary Islands – \u003cem data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eD. aletriformis\u003c\/em\u003e grows naturally in shady forest areas and has a softer, more elegant appearance with long, narrow, and glossy leaves in shades of deep green. Where \u003cem data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eD. draco\u003c\/em\u003e exudes desert and strength, \u003cem data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eD. aletriformis\u003c\/em\u003e expresses the tranquility and tropical freshness of the forest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eThe plant develops a slender, upright stem that can branch out over time. Each branch ends in a rosette of leathery, curved leaves with slightly wavy edges. In nature, it can reach 3–6 meters in height, but in pot culture, it remains far more compact and easy to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eDracaena aletriformis\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003epartial shade to bright positions\u003c\/strong\u003e, but without direct, harsh sunlight. It prefers an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003eairy, well-drained potting soil\u003c\/strong\u003e with a little perlite or coconut fiber so that excess water can easily drain away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eWater moderately – the soil should dry out slightly between waterings, but the plant appreciates a bit of humidity. It tolerates short periods of drought, but not cold, and should be overwintered in a bright, frost-free location at a minimum of 15 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eAs a forest-dwelling species, it is well-suited for indoor cultivation, where it creates a tropical, green expression with relatively low light requirements and minimal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eCultivation from seed:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eThe seeds are sown in a light, moist, and well-drained seed mix and covered only lightly. Keep the temperature at 22–28 °C, and germination will typically occur within 4–8 weeks. The small plants quickly develop their characteristic, narrow leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eIn its homeland, \u003cem data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eDracaena aletriformis\u003c\/em\u003e has had traditional uses in local medicine, but today it is grown primarily as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003edecorative ornamental plant\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is excellently suited for conservatories and living rooms, where its shape and color bring an exotic and calm touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003eDracaena aletriformis\u003c\/em\u003e is the natural choice for those who love the shape and character of the dragon tree but want a more tropical and softer version – an elegant, green contrast to the rugged \u003cem data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003eD. draco\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54496553500940,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Dracaenaaletriformis_1.jpg?v=1759985288","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/sydafrikansk-drageplante-dracaena-aletriformis-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}