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Dracaena trifasciata · Asparagaceae
| Light | Anything from low light to bright indirect. Grows faster in bright light but survives a dim corner better than almost anything. |
| Water | Every 2–4 weeks in summer, as little as monthly in winter. When unsure, wait. |
| Humidity | Indifferent to humidity. |
| Soil | Cactus or succulent mix; ordinary potting soil holds too much water. |
| Temperature | 15–27°C |
| Pets | Mildly toxic if eaten. |
The one plant where neglect is a strategy. More snake plants die of attention than of drought.
What you see: Leaves go soft and yellow at soil level
What it usually means: Overwatering — the most common way this plant dies. Let it dry out completely and cut away any rot.
What you see: Leaves look thin and creased
What it usually means: Underwatered, which takes months to reach. Water thoroughly and it recovers.
What you see: The rosette opens and flops
What it usually means: Usually too little light, sometimes too large a pot.
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