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ItalianoLucky bamboo
Dracaena sanderiana · Family Asparagaceae
Also known as: dracaena sanderiana, ribbon plant, chinese water bamboo
- Light
- Partial shade to bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 7 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
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Care
Where to put it
A desk, shelf or kitchen counter away from direct sun.
Light
Partial shade to bright indirect light. Direct sun yellows the stems.
Watering
In water, keep the roots covered and change it weekly; in compost, keep just moist.
About the plant
Despite its name, lucky bamboo is not a bamboo but a dracaena. Closely linked to feng shui, it is sold as straight, spiralled or braided stems, grown in water or in compost. It is compact and easy to keep.
Origin
Native to the tropical forests of Central Africa, where it grows in the shady understorey.
What it likes
- Soft indirect light
- Clean water, changed often
- A warm spot
What it dislikes
- Direct sun
- Heavily chlorinated water
- Severe cold
Did you know?
In feng shui, the number of stems has meaning, and arrangements with four stems are usually avoided.
Toxicity
| Cats | Toxic |
|---|---|
| Dogs | Toxic |
| People | Mildly toxic |
If any part is eaten, contact a vet or a poisons information service.
Native range
- Africa: West-Central Tropical Africa, South Tropical Africa
Climate: Tropical
