Dracaena fragrans 'Lemon Lime': The Vibrant Variegated Dragon Tree

The Zesty Striped Corn Plant

Dracaena fragrans 'Lemon Lime' (Deremensis Group), known as Dragon Tree, Cornplant, or Chinese Moneytree, is a spectacular variegated cultivar with bold, electric lime-green and cream stripes that illuminate any indoor space.

Botanical Details

Electric Variegation

This upright, cane-like plant grows 4-6 feet tall indoors (taller in tropical grounds) with a rosette of sword-shaped leaves 18-24 inches long. Each leaf features a central band of deep green flanked by broad margins of brilliant chartreuse to cream—a high-contrast, glowing effect. The stems are thick and woody with age.

'Lemon Lime' prefers bright, indirect light for best color (tolerates lower light but variegation fades). Water when top inch of soil is dry. Avoid fluoride—use distilled/rain water to prevent tip burn. Average home humidity is fine. Minimum 55°F. A bright, architectural presence for any room.

Air-Purifying & Decorative

Like all dracaenas, it's a proven air purifier (NASA studies). The vibrant variegation makes it a standout in modern, minimalist, or tropical interiors. Use as a floor specimen, in grouped plantings, or to brighten dark corners. Low maintenance, high impact. A living neon accent for indoor spaces.