Reflexed Dracaena, Song of India

Dracaena reflexa Lam.

dra-SEEN-ah ree-FLEX-ah

Liliaceae

Explanation of name:  Generic name is Greek for a female dragon.  Reflexa means reflexed (bent backwards).

Natural range: Madagascar and Indian Ocean Islands

Recongition:  For a Dracaena, the leaves tend to be short and curled back.  The preeminent cultivar is ‘Song of India’ with white striping.

Landscape uses: Interiorscaping, courtyards, small spaces

Internet source: http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC1504.htm