Corn Plant 'Cintho'
Dracaena fragrans steudneri 'Cintho'
Cintho
About this plant
Dracaena fragrans 'Cintho' is a popular indoor plant known for its attractive, arching green leaves with a central yellow stripe. It grows as a tall, slender shrub and is often used to add a tropical feel to homes and offices. This cultivar is appreciated for its air-purifying qualities and tolerance to low light.
Taxonomy
- Genus
- Dracaena
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Higher classification
- Asparagales
- Plant type
- Houseplant
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Origin & Distribution
- Native region
- Tropical Africa
- Distribution
- Widely cultivated indoors worldwide, originally native to tropical Africa.
Care
- Light preference
- Partial shade
- Suitable locations
- Indoor, Balcony, Greenhouse
- Preferred window facing
- East-facing, North-facing, Northeast-facing, Northwest-facing
- Watering frequency
- Moderate
- Watering interval
- 7–14 days
- Humidity
- Normal
- Minimum
- 10 °C
- Maximum
- 30 °C
- Optimal
- 18-24 °C
- USDA hardiness zones
- 10-12
- Soil pH
- 6.0-7.5
- Soil type
- well-draining potting soil mix
Watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid letting the plant sit in water to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in winter.
Fertilizing. Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce feeding in fall and winter when growth slows.
Dracaena fragrans 'Cintho' is a tough and easy-to-care-for houseplant. It prefers moderate indirect light but can tolerate lower light levels. Overwatering can cause root rot, so allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. It requires minimal maintenance and occasional cleaning of its leaves to keep it healthy.
Propagation
- Propagation methods
- Cuttings, Division
- Care difficulty
- Easy
Ornamental features
- Flowering
- Yes
- Flowering period
- winter
Glossy green leaves with a yellow central stripe, tall upright form, and occasional fragrant flowers.
Toxicity & Safety
- Toxic to humans
- Mildly toxic
- Toxic to pets
- Mildly toxic
- Weed potential
- Not considered a weed
Mildly toxic if ingested; can cause stomach upset in children and pets. Keep out of reach.
Allergy information
- Allergy risk
- Low
- Allergy triggers
- Sap or latex, Skin contact
- Pollen level
- None
Dracaena fragrans 'Cintho' may cause mild skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals due to its sap. People with plant allergies should handle it with care and wash hands after touching the plant. It does not produce airborne pollen, so pollen allergies are unlikely.
Common problems
Overwatering can lead to root rot and yellowing leaves. Low humidity may cause leaf tips to brown. Pests like spider mites or mealybugs can occasionally appear but are generally easy to manage.
Uses
Primarily grown as an ornamental houseplant for its attractive foliage and air-purifying properties.
Notes
Prune occasionally to remove yellow or damaged leaves and to maintain shape. Repot every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Sensitive to fluoride in tap water; use filtered or rainwater if possible.