SPECIMEN NO. #14 ⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS Family: Asparagaceae

Dracaena fragrans

Common Name: Corn Plant

Dracaena fragrans (Corn Plant) botanical field specimen photograph

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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