Dracaena pethera

Dracaena pethera, synonym Sansevieria kirkii,[1] also known as star sansevieria, is a succulent plant native to Tanzania and the surrounding region in East Africa.

Dracaena pethera
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Asparagales
Family: Asparagaceae
Subfamily: Nolinoideae
Genus: Dracaena
Species:
D. pethera
Binomial name
Dracaena pethera
Byng & Christenh.[1]
Synonyms[1]
  • Sansevieria kirkii Baker

Description

The leaves are flattened and thick (at least 9mm), with wavy edges.

The flower of Dracaena pethera is greenish-white, scented, and is carried on a conical inflorescence.

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References

  1. "Dracaena stuckyi (God.-Leb.) Byng & Christenh". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 2020-02-21.


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