Dracaena fragrans 'Limelight'
 
Common Names Limelight Dracaena, Neon Corn Plant
 
Zones 10A–11
 
Dracaena fragrans 'Limelight' is a luminous cultivar known for its glossy, chartreuse foliage and upright form. Native to tropical Africa, it thrives in bright, indirect light and adds a bold pop of color to interiorscapes. Its slow growth and minimal care requirements make it ideal for residential and commercial settings.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Upright cane; slow to moderate growth rate
Height: Up to 5–6 ft indoors over several years
Trunk: Single or multi-stemmed; woody green stems
Leaves: Sword-shaped; neon lime to chartreuse; 2–3 in. wide, 15–18 in. long
Petiole: Short; leaf bases clasp stem
Inflorescence: Rare indoors; small white flowers on panicles
Fruit: Not typically produced in cultivation
Ecology: Cultivar of D. fragrans; selected for vibrant foliage and indoor adaptability
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright indirect light preferred; tolerates filtered direct light
Watering: Allow top 2–3 in. of soil to dry between waterings
Soil: Well-draining potting mix; slightly acidic pH ideal
Temperature: 60–75°F (16–24°C); protect from frost
Humidity: Moderate; benefits from pebble tray or grouping
Propagation: By stem cuttings; root in water or soil
Tolerance: Low maintenance; sensitive to fluoride and overwatering
 
Landscape Use Excellent for indoor containers, atriums, and shaded patios. Pairs well with Ficus elastica, Calathea orbifolia, and Sansevieria trifasciata for layered texture and contrast.