Malaika Dracaena
Brighten your indoor space with the Malaika Dracaena, a compact Dragon Tree variety featuring striking variegated foliage. Its broad leaves are beautifully striped with shades of lime, sage, emerald green, and white, adding a cheerful touch to any room. This houseplant is wonderfully low-maintenance, thriving in bright to medium indirect light. Care involves allowing the top half of the soil to dry out between waterings, and using filtered or distilled water is recommended to prevent brown leaf tips. It's a slow-growing, easy-care beauty perfect for any indoor collection.
$23.49
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
8817
/ 10298
#8817 in Potted Houseplants
Price vs Category Average
-55%
Below average
Scientific Name
Dracaena deremensis 'Malaika'
/ Dracaena deremensis 'Malaika'
Who it's for
- Striking Variegation
- Low Maintenance
- Air Quality Improvement
Who should skip it
- Pet Toxicity Risk
- Specific Light Needs
- Susceptible to Tip Burn
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Dracaena deremensis 'Malaika'
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Spread
4 inches
Light Exposure
Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light
Temperature Range
65° - 78°F (18° - 26°C)
Humidity Range
Average (40% - 60%)
Pet Friendly
No
Foliage Color(s)
Green, White
Features
- Vivid variegated foliage adds cheerful color
- Compact size fits small spaces
- Low maintenance and easy to care for
- Thrives in bright indirect light
- Slow growth rate
- Backed by a 30-day warranty
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Malaika Dracaena for its striking aesthetic appeal, particularly the vibrant, variegated foliage featuring deep green, creamy white, and signature pink edges. High satisfaction stems from receiving mature, healthy plants that often surpass expectations. Reviewers frequently commend Plant Addicts for exceptional packaging, noting secure methods that protect the delicate leaves during shipping. While most buyers find the plant beautiful and relatively easy to maintain, a small number report minor inconsistencies, such as receiving slightly smaller specimens or experiencing minimal cosmetic damage upon arrival. Despite these rare issues, the consensus confirms this Dracaena is a worthwhile investment for its visual impact and the vendor's reliable service.
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