Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Asparagaceae
Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia 'Magenta'
Madagascar Dragon Tree
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Care at a glance
Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia 'Magenta'
Watering
Water when ~40–60% dry
Substrate
Aerated • Moisture-buffered • Balanced organic + mineral • Medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–27 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
Upright cane-forming woody perennial.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Slow
Max size indoors
Max. height: 150 cm • Max. spread: 100 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia; species native to western Indian Ocean
Outdoor growing
Outside from 14 °C · rain-sheltered spot
How to read these values
These care values are quick reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a guide, then adjust for pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the substrate dries.
For more detail, read the full product description or visit our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level and approximate lux at leaf level.
- Watering: “% dry” shows how far the substrate should dry before watering again.
- Substrate: structure, drainage, moisture retention, base material and particle size.
- Temperature: “Ideal” shows the preferred range; “Avoid below” marks the cold-stress threshold.
- Humidity: target range; steady conditions usually matter more than exact numbers.
- Growth habit: how the plant grows, such as upright, climbing, trailing, clumping or rosette-forming.
- Support: whether a stake, pole or trellis is needed, optional or unnecessary.
- Growth speed: expected pace under suitable indoor conditions; use as a guide, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term indoor size under good conditions.
- Toxicity & safety: irritation, toxicity or physical hazards such as spines or bristles.
- Origin & habitat: native range, hybrid background or typical habitat where relevant.
- Outdoor growing: when a potted indoor plant can be placed outside and what outdoor protection it needs.
Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia 'Magenta'
Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia 'Magenta' has slim green leaves with magenta-red edges. The leaves grow in tufts at the tops of slender cane-like stems, giving the plant an upright, narrow shape as it gains height.
This cultivar grows slowly. The canes become more visible as older lower leaves age and drop. If a stem becomes too tall, pruning during active growth can bring the plant back to a manageable height and encourage new shoots lower on the cane.
- Leaf colour: Green blades with magenta-red margins.
- Stem form: Slim cane-like stems with tufted leafy tops.
- Indoor outline: Narrow, upright and slow-growing.
- Shape control: Tall canes can be shortened when needed.
Red Edges on Slim Canes
'Magenta' is often sold as Dracaena marginata 'Magenta'. It is a cultivar of Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia, the narrow-leaved dragon tree still widely sold under the older Dracaena marginata name.
Care for Red-Edged Growth
- Light: Bright indirect light supports compact growth and red margins. Hot direct sun can bleach or dry the leaves.
- Watering: After the upper part of the mix has dried, water thoroughly and let the pot drain fully.
- Substrate: Use a mineral-aerated, well-draining mix that does not stay wet for long after watering.
- Temperature: Keep in stable warmth, ideally around 18–27 °C. Protect from cold draughts and cold wet substrate.
- Humidity: Average home humidity is acceptable. Very dry air can crisp the leaf tips, especially in winter.
- Feeding: Feed lightly during active growth.
- Pruning: Shorten tall canes during active growth for the best recovery. Cut above a node where new shoots can develop.
- Propagation: Stem or cane cuttings can root with warmth in water or a lightly moist medium.
- Repotting: Repot when roots fill the pot. Use a pot only slightly larger than the old one.
Tip Burn, Soft Stems and Pests
- Dull or weak new leaves: Usually linked to low light. Move the plant gradually brighter while keeping it out of harsh direct sun.
- Brown tips: Check dry air, hard water, mineral buildup, fertiliser strength and watering consistency.
- Yellowing lower leaves: A few older leaves can yellow naturally. Multiple yellowing leaves often mean the roots are staying too wet.
- Soft stems: Inspect the roots if a cane loses firmness. Cold wet substrate and poor drainage are common causes.
- Bleached patches: Dry pale marks usually come from sun scorch.
- Pests: Look for spider mites, scale, mealybugs and thrips on leaf bases, older stems and undersides of leaves.
Pet and Child Safety
Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia 'Magenta' is toxic if ingested. Place it out of reach of pets and small children, and remove fallen leaves after maintenance.
Name
Angustifolia means narrow-leaved. 'Magenta' refers to the red-purple colouring along the leaf margins.
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