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Dracaena sanderiana
Lucky Bamboo
Dracaena sanderiana
Dracaena sanderiana, commonly known as Lucky Bamboo, is a popular houseplant often grown in water. Despite its name, it is not a true bamboo. It features segmented stalks and attractive green leaves. It's often used in Feng Shui for good fortune and can be easily propagated.
CategoryDetails
Plant TypePerennial plant
Estimated Plant Lifespan5 years lifespan
Sun Requirements2-4 hours direct sunlight (Partial Shade)
Watering Requirements

Method: Top water or submerged in water.

Frequency: Keep the roots constantly moist if in soil. If in water, change the water every 1-2 weeks.

Notes: Avoid using tap water that contains high levels of chlorine or fluoride.

Humidity Requirements

Level: Moderate to High

Maintenance: Misting the leaves regularly helps increase humidity. Grouping plants together can also help create a more humid environment.

Care InstructionsAvoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. Clean the leaves periodically with a damp cloth to remove dust and improve photosynthesis.
Temperature Range

Min: 15°C

Max: 30°C

Alternative Namesribbon dracaena, ribbon plant, Sander's dracaena, curly bamboo, Chinese water bamboo, Belgian evergreen, Dracaena poggei, Goddess of Mercy's plant

Cultivars

Epipremnum aureum
Golden Pothos
Epipremnum aureum
Golden Pothos has similar watering needs and light requirements. They can be grown together in water or soil, creating a visually appealing combination. It also helps to purify the air.
Tradescantia zebrina
inchplant
Tradescantia zebrina

Wandering Jew grows very quickly and can easily outcompete Lucky Bamboo for resources like light and nutrients, especially in confined spaces. Their rapid growth can also overshadow Lucky Bamboo.

Spider mites

Spider mites are tiny pests that suck sap from the plant. Infestation symptoms include stippling or yellowing of leaves, fine webbing, and eventually plant decline.

Mealybugs

Mealybugs are small, white, cottony pests that feed on plant sap. They can cause yellowing leaves, stunted growth, and the production of honeydew, which can attract ants and lead to sooty mold.

Steps:

    • Cut a stem section (with nodes) from a healthy plant.
    • Place the cutting in water, ensuring the nodes are submerged.
    • Change the water every week.
    • Roots should develop in a few weeks.
    • Once roots are established, the plant can be transferred to soil or kept in water.

Neem Oil

Used as a natural insecticide to control pests like spider mites and mealybugs. It disrupts their feeding and reproduction.

Liquid Fertilizer

Provides essential nutrients for healthy growth, particularly if grown in water.