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African bowstring hemp - Seeds
African bowstring hemp - Seeds

African bowstring hemp - Seeds

Dracaena hyacinthoides

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Seeds of Dracaena hyacinthoides, also known as African bowstring hemp, a tough architectural plant with upright, rigid leaves.
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Dracaena hyacinthoides, often associated with the name Sansevieria and also known as African bowstring hemp, is an architectural plant with firm, upright leaves. Its strong form makes it attractive for succulent collections and ornamental container growing.

The source description notes the plant’s fibres, which explains the bowstring hemp common name. In cultivation it is appreciated for its tolerance of relatively dry conditions once established, although young seedlings need more careful moisture management.

How to sow African bowstring hemp seeds

Sow the seeds in a mineral or very well-drained medium that is lightly moist, avoiding dense mixes that hold too much water. Keep the seed tray warm and bright, out of strong direct sun until seedlings are established.

Water moderately, allowing the medium to lose some moisture between waterings. As the plants grow, increase light gradually and transplant to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

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    Dracaena hyacinthoides
  • In stock
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  • Family
    Asparagaceae
  • Planting time
    April
    June
    May
  • Stock origin
    Partner warehouse

Accepted name
Dracaena hyacinthoides
Family
Asparagaceae
Genus
Dracaena

Botanical synonyms

  • Acyntha guinensis
  • Acyntha thyrsiflora
  • Aletris guineensis
  • Aletris hyacinthoides
  • Aletris hyacinthoides var. guineensis
  • Aloe guineensis
  • Aloe guineensis
  • Aloe hyacinthoides
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  • Aloe hyacinthoides var. guineensis
  • Cordyline guineensis
  • Cordyline hyacinthoides
  • Pleomele aloifolia
  • Salmia guineensis
  • Salmia spicata
  • Sanseverinia thyrsiflora
  • Sansevieria angustiflora
  • Sansevieria angustifolia
  • Sansevieria ceylonica
  • Sansevieria fulvocincta
  • Sansevieria grandis
  • Sansevieria grandis var. zuluensis
  • Sansevieria guineensis
  • Sansevieria hyacinthoides
  • Sansevieria laetevirens
  • Sansevieria latifolia
  • Sansevieria polyphylla
  • Sansevieria rufocincta
  • Sansevieria spicata
  • Sansevieria stenophylla
  • Sansevieria thyrsiflora
  • Veltheimia guineensis

Taxonomy: World Flora Online CC0 1.0

Planting time

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Recommended sowing Out of season

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  • Family
    Asparagaceae
  • Stock origin
    Partner warehouse
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