SCIENTIFIC NAME: Dracaena surculosa 'Gold Dust' (formerly Dracaena godseffiana)
KNOWN AS: Gold Dust Dracaena, Spotted Dracaena
CLIMATE (LOCATION): West Africa | Tropical Rainforest
DESCRIPTION: The Gold Dust looks remarkably different from other Dracaenas. Instead of thick canes, it grows on slender, bamboo-like stems that branch out into an elegant, bushy shrub. The leaves are oval and glossy, featuring a deep green base heavily "shattered" with creamy yellow and gold spots, as if it were hit by a spray of gold paint. It is a slow grower but is incredibly hardy and brings a delicate, airy texture to a room.
Light Requirement: Medium Light (Medium Indirect Light) to High Light (Bright Indirect Light); Low Light Tolerant
Quick Tip: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Avoid tap water.
Preferred Temperature: 60º - 80º
Preferred Humidity: 50 - 70%; Moderate/High Humidity
Gold Dust Dracaena Lighting Requirements: Medium Light (Medium Indirect Light) to High Light (Bright Indirect Light); Low Light Tolerant
Aspect Hanging Heights - Gold Dust Dracaena
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Soltech's Recommendation -
24" to 60"
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Vita Hanging Heights - Gold Dust Dracaena
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Soltech's Recommendation -
36º Narrow Beam Vita : 24" to 80"
60º Wide Beam Vita : 12" to 48"
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Highland Hanging Heights - Gold Dust Dracaena
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Soltech's Recommendation -
36º Narrow Beam Highland : 30" to 96"
60º Wide Beam Highland : 18" to 72"
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