Dracaena masoniana (Mason’s Congo Snake Plant)
Dracaena masoniana (Mason’s Congo Snake Plant)
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Dracaena masoniana is a distinctive evergreen indoor plant admired for its exceptionally broad, paddle-shaped leaves resembling a whale’s fin. Its thick, upright foliage features an attractive dark-green base patterned with irregular light-green mottling, while a subtle purple-banded sheath may be visible near the soil. Its strong architectural shape makes it an impressive feature for contemporary interiors, offices and decorative containers.
Slow-growing, drought-tolerant and highly adaptable, Mason’s Congo Snake Plant is an excellent choice for beginners or customers wanting a striking plant that needs minimal attention. It performs best in bright, indirect light but tolerates lower-light positions and infrequent watering. It may also be grown outdoors in a warm, sheltered and shaded location.

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Mature height
60cm–1m
Mature width
30–60cm
Spacing
45–60cm Apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Dark-Green Foliage With Light-Green Mottling, Purple-Banded Leaf Sheaths and White Flowers
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Summer; flowering is uncommon indoors. Mature plants may produce clusters of fragrant white flowers.
Sun tolerance
Bright Indirect Light, Semi-Shade or Low Light
Maintenance
Low. Allow the potting mix to dry thoroughly between watering and use a free-draining succulent mix. Avoid overwatering, cold draughts and harsh direct sunlight. Keep away from children and pets because the plant is toxic if eaten.
Root System
Thick, fleshy and rhizomatous, gradually producing offsets that form a loose clump.