Plant Id : 103

Plant Name : Dragon Tree

Scientific Name : Draceena sp.

Family Name : Aspargaceae

Location : Botanical Garden

Properties : Dracaena is one of the most effective houseplants in air purification. It helps remove formaldehyde, benzene, trichloroethylene and carbon dioxide. Eliminating the pollutants with dracaena will make breathing easier, fight colds, remove airborne contaminants, and improve overall health. Injured bark and branches release red resin which is why this plant is known as dragon blood tree. Resin of dragon blood tree is used in treatment of diarrhea, superficial wounds, bleeding, ulcers, dysentery and fever.