{"product_id":"dracaena-malaika-air-purifying-house-plant-4-pot","title":"Dracaena Malaika, 4-Inch Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eDracaena Malaika brings an upright, leafy accent to a desk or shelf. Its long, gently arching green leaves cluster around compact stems, adding texture without taking up much floor space. Leaf color, shape and fullness vary naturally between plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePoints of interest and size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne live Dracaena Malaika in a \u003cstrong\u003e4-inch nursery grow pot\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA compact tabletop plant when shipped; estimated mature indoor height is about \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e over time, depending on light, care and pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect or filtered light supports sturdy growth. It can adapt to lower light but may grow more slowly; avoid harsh direct afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check the mix before watering. Water thoroughly when the top 1–2 inches are dry, then let excess drain fully. Reduce frequency during cooler, darker months; avoid leaving the roots soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use loose, well-draining indoor potting mix with perlite in a container with drainage holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity and temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Normal household humidity is usually suitable. Keep in a warm indoor spot away from cold drafts and hot, dry vents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e During active spring and summer growth, feed about monthly with balanced houseplant fertilizer diluted according to its label. Reduce or pause in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove fully yellowed leaves and trim brown tips with clean scissors. An established cane can be cut back to manage height and encourage new shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check roots about every 1–2 years; if crowded, move up one pot size in fresh draining mix and keep the original planting depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established plants can be grown from healthy stem or cane cuttings with a node, rooted in water or lightly moist airy mix in warm indirect light. A young plant may not yet have a suitable cane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePet safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot safe for pets or children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you receive and optional planter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne live Dracaena Malaika in its 4-inch nursery grow pot. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/basel-4-7-inch-planter-white\"\u003ewhite Basel 4.7-inch decorative planter\u003c\/a\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003esold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e. Measure the nursery pot’s outside width before ordering to confirm fit. Basel has no drainage hole: remove the nursery pot to water, let it drain completely, then return it. Decorative furnishings are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CTS Air Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856024764647,"sku":"B6-3ZX1-CIPP","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/3120\/8167\/files\/image_053bdf2a-7f9d-488f-baa5-38e6b7b36c26.png?v=1790531146","url":"https:\/\/ctsairplants.com\/products\/dracaena-malaika-air-purifying-house-plant-4-pot","provider":"CTS Air Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}