How to Care for Dracaena masoniana (Whale Fin Sansevieria)

Korean name: 산세베리아 마소니아나

This air-purifying plant features broad, thick leaves resembling whale fins. The dark green leaves have unique patterns and the plant grows slowly, making it easy to care for. Its succulent leaves allow it to thrive in dry environments.

Key facts

• Category: Air-purifying plant
• Family: Asparagaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Central Africa
• Growth rate: Slow
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Air purifying: Helps clean indoor air.
• Traits: air-purifying, thick leaves, easy care, drought-tolerant, indoor plant
• Also known as: Whale Fin Sansevieria, Shark Fin Dracaena

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light, avoiding direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry.
• Soil: Requires well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Suitable for normal indoor humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Dracaena masoniana?

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 masoniana?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light, avoiding direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors. Use Requires well-draining soil..

Is Dracaena masoniana safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Dracaena masoniana good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Suitable for normal indoor humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..