Dracaena Masoniana 'Whale Fin Snake Plant'

Nicknamed the 'Whale Fin Snake Plant' for its unusually wide and paddle-like leaves, the Dracaena Masoniana is a hard to find member of the Snake Plant family. Leaves are mottled with patterns of dark and light green, with margins that are often a pinkish red. Though slow growing, it will reach an impressive size compared to other members of the genus. Great for beginners, this plant can adapt to a variety of environments and needs little maintenance. 

Ed's Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Dracaena Masoniana
• Common Name: Whale Fin Snake Plant
• Family: Asparagaceae 
• Native Range: Africa 

Ed's Care Guide

• Care Level: Easy
• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light yet can tolerate low lighting conditions
• Water: Allow soil to completely dry out between watering. Plant is drought-tolerant and the most common issue is over-watering
• Humidity: Any level
• Temperature: 55-85F
• Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth. 
• Feeding: Fertilize 1/2 strength monthly during spring and summer
• Growth: Upright
  
• Pests: Typically free from serious disease and pest problems
• Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets