Dracaena godseffiana 'Gold Dust', also known as the Gold Dust Dracaena, is a unique variety of Dracaena recognised for its bushy growth habit and attractive foliage. Unlike other Dracaena species, which tend to have long, narrow leaves, this variety features oval, glossy green leaves speckled with bright yellow or cream-coloured spots, giving it a "dusty" appearance. Over time, the yellow spots may become more prominent, adding to the plant’s ornamental appeal. It remains relatively compact, making it a suitable choice for indoor settings, either as a tabletop plant or part of a larger plant arrangement.
This plant is known for being hardy and easy to care for, tolerating lower light conditions better than many other indoor plants. Its slow-growing nature and moderate size mean that it won’t require frequent repotting or excessive pruning, making it a low-maintenance option for those seeking an attractive indoor plant.
Native to
Dracaena godseffiana is native to tropical regions of West Africa, particularly around Nigeria and Cameroon. In its natural habitat, it grows as a small shrub under the canopy of forests, adapting to lower light conditions with consistent moisture.
Water
Water Dracaena godseffiana 'Gold Dust' when the top few centimetres of soil become dry, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Overwatering should be avoided, as it can lead to root rot. In winter, reduce watering frequency, as the plant's growth slows during this period.
Light
This Dracaena variety thrives in bright, indirect light but is also well-adapted to lower light conditions, making it perfect for indoor spaces with less natural light. Too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves, leading to browning or fading of the yellow speckles.
Humidity
Dracaena godseffiana tolerates average indoor humidity levels well, but it benefits from slightly higher humidity, around 50% to 60%.
Temperature
The ideal temperature range for Dracaena godseffiana 'Gold Dust' is between 18°C and 24°C. It does not tolerate cold drafts or temperatures below 13°C. Keep it away from windows or doors during cold weather, and avoid placing it near heating sources that can cause temperature fluctuations.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
