Don kayu sugih (Dracaena angustifolia, Hort. Bengal.: 24 (1814))

Family: Asparagaceae

Author: (Medik.) Roxb.

Bibliography: Hort. Bengal.: 24 (1814)

Year: 1814

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Dracaena

Vegetable: True

Observations: Trop. & Subtrop. Asia to N. Australia

Description

Dracaena angustifolia, commonly known as Don kayu sugih, is a versatile and striking plant found predominantly in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and extending to northern Australia. This evergreen species, a member of the Asparagaceae family, is renowned for its hardy nature and adaptability to various environmental conditions.

Native to areas with warm climates, Don kayu sugih thrives in both moist and dry locations, making it a favored choice for both natural landscapes and interior greenery. Its slender, elongated leaves, which grow in dense clusters, are often the highlight of its aesthetic appeal, providing a lush, verdant appearance that enhances both outdoor gardens and indoor spaces.

The plant’s resilient nature allows it to withstand variances in temperature and light conditions, which further contributes to its popularity as an ornamental plant. It is often utilized in landscaping designs to create tropical-themed settings or as an indoor plant to bring a touch of nature to urban environments. The ease of care associated with Dracaena angustifolia, combined with its attractive foliage, makes it a favored choice among plant enthusiasts and horticulturists alike.

First documented in “Hortus Bengalensis” in 1814 by the botanist William Roxburgh, Dracaena angustifolia has been extensively studied and admired for its robust and adaptable nature. Over the years, it has garnered a reputation not only for its ornamental value but also for its resilience, making it a staple in many plant collections worldwide.

In summary, Don kayu sugih is a distinguished and aesthetically pleasing member of the Asparagaceae family, celebrated for its adaptability and visual appeal. Its widespread presence from tropical Asia to northern Australia and its robust characteristics underscore its importance and popularity in horticulture and plant care.

Common Names

Khm: អង្រែដែក
En: Don kayu sugih
Zh: 番仔林投, 长花龙血树
Id: Suji hijau
Jv: Suji
Km: អង្រែដែក
Su: Suji
Zh-tw: 番仔林投

Synonyms

• Pandanus inermis (Blanco)
• Cordyline fruticosa (Göpp.)
• Sansevieria fruticosa (Blume)
• Pleomele fruticosa ((Blume) N.E.Br.)
• Dracaena menglaensis (G.Z.Ye)
• Terminalis angustifolia (Medik.)
• Dracaena ensiformis (Wall. ex Voigt)
• Dracaena quitensis (Baker)
• Draco fruticosa ((Blume) Kuntze)
• Draco angustifolia ((Roxb.) Kuntze)
• Pleomele angustifolia var. angustior (Ridl.)
• Dracaena australasica ((Ridl.) Jankalski)
• Dracaena angustifolia var. honoriae (F.M.Bailey)
• Dracaena angustifolia var. angustior ((Ridl.) Jankalski)
• Sansevieria flexuosa (Blume)
• Pleomele angustifolia ((Medik.) N.E.Br.)
• Pleomele australasica (Ridl.)
• Dracaena rumphii ((Hook.) B.S.Williams)
• Dracaena fruticosa ((Blume) K.Koch)
• Dracaena linearifolia (Kurz)
• Pleomele reflexa var. angustifolia ((Medik.) M.R.Almeida)
• Pleomele flexuosa ((Blume) N.E.Br.)
• Cordyline rumphii (Hook.)

Distribution

• Andaman Is. (native)
• Assam (native)
• Bangladesh (native)
• Bismarck Archipelago (native)
• Borneo (native)
• Cambodia (native)
• China South-Central (native)
• East Himalaya (native)
• Hainan (native)
• Jawa (native)
• Laos (native)
• Lesser Sunda Is. (native)
• Malaya (native)
• Maluku (native)
• Myanmar (native)
• New Guinea (native)
• Nicobar Is. (native)
• Northern Territory (native)
• Philippines (native)
• Queensland (native)
• Solomon Is. (native)
• Thailand (native)
• Vietnam (native)
• Trinidad-Tobago (introduced)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Oct 3, 2022 by Anil Kumar (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 11, 2021 by Kudum Chaitom (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2020 by syd de jesus (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 16, 2022 by Tulika Joshi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 2, 2021 by ts ba (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Nov 12, 2021 by Salome Hubin (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Apr 26, 1984 by Daniel Barthelemy (cc-by-nc)

Flower

Taken Dec 18, 2021 by Luther King (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2022 by Senger Mario (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 15, 2022 by Mihaela Machiodache (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 5, 2021 by Makoto Makoto (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 1, 2022 by Oswaldo Solano (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:534103-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5304502)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Dracaena angustifolia (Medik.) Roxb.)

Specifications

Growth