Dracaena fragrans

Corn Plant (Dracaena fragrans) is a houseplant in the Asparagaceae family, native to Caribbean. It is a medium-light species that thrives between 800 and 3000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 10 days, temperatures of 15–30°C, and about 40% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include vomiting, depression, anorexia, hypersalivation. It is also known as Dracaena 'Janet Craig Compact'.

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)

Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)

Clinical Symptoms:

Vomiting, depression, anorexia, hypersalivation.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Medium

Minimum Light Requirement 800 Lux

Maximum Light Tolerance 3000 Lux

Watering Frequency Every 10 Days

Temperature Envelope 15°C – 30°C

Ideal Ambient Humidity 40% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 5304583

Native Biogeographical Range Caribbean; Galápagos Islands; INTRODUCED

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