How to Care for Dracaena 'Boncel' (Boncel Dracaena)

Korean name: 산세베리아 보니셀

Boncel Dracaena is an indoor plant known for its long pointed leaves and air-purifying qualities. It is relatively easy to care for and does not take up much space, making it suitable for any indoor spot. It is drought-tolerant and valued for its attractive foliage used in interior decoration.

Key facts

• Category: Air-purifying plant
• Family: Asparagaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Africa
• Growth rate: Slow
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Air purifying: Helps clean indoor air.
• Traits: beginner-friendly, air-purifying, drought-tolerant, indoor plant
• Also known as: Dracaena boncel, Boncel Dracaena, Boncel Snake Plant

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply slow-release fertilizer about once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Dracaena 'Boncel'?

Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Dracaena 'Boncel'?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Dracaena 'Boncel' safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Dracaena 'Boncel' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply slow-release fertilizer about once a month during the growing season..