Dracaena
8.3
A tropical plant with long pointed leaves often grown as a houseplant
- noun
- /drəˈsiːnə/
- Specialized
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dracaena
- I bought a beautiful dracaena plant for my office because it requires minimal care and adds greenery.
Examples
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These dracaena are abnormally sensitive to air pollution.
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The 'Limelight' dracaena adds a vibrant touch to my living room decor with its striking, sword-shaped leaves.
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In my garden, the tall dracaena stands out, showcasing its unique foliage against the colorful flowers.
Synonyms
dracaena
vsDracaena
8.4
A tropical plant with stiff, long pointed leaves often grown indoors for decoration
is the botanical genus native to the Old World focusing on branch tufts
Compounds
Dracaena draco
- Specialized
9.9
A tall tree-like plant from the Canary Islands that makes a sticky red sap called dragon's blood
Surface Forms
Etymology
Dracaena comes from the Greek drakaina, meaning 'female dragon', and is from the same root as the English word dragon. Some types have a red sap called 'dragon's blood' and long, sword-like leaves and branches, so the dragon name helps you remember how these plants look.
