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Dracaena fragrans Compacta
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Dracaena fragrans Compacta

Corn Plant Compacta

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Slow-growing indoor Dracaena with compact sword-shaped leaves featuring yellow stripes. Excellent air purifier tolerant of low light and irregular watering.
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Amazon.com 3-4 in Out of Stock $13.56 Buy
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Plant Details

Common Name Corn Plant Compacta
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Dracaena
Species Fragrans
Variety Compacta
Origin Tropical Africa
Blooming Foliage plant, rarely flowers indoors
Leaf Color Dark green with central yellow stripe
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining peat-based mix with perlite or orchid bark for drainage.

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Watering

Water when top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Sensitive to fluoride/chlorine, use filtered water if possible.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers indirect light; direct sun may scorch leaves. Tolerates low light well.

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Fertilization

Feed monthly with balanced liquid fertilizer during spring and summer only.

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Pruning

Remove brown leaf tips or dead leaves to maintain appearance; avoid cutting growing point.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 81°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

Something wrong with your Dracaena fragrans Compacta? Select a symptom to diagnose and fix the issue.

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