Corn Plant
Dracaena fragrans
Malay names: Dracaena Wangi
Upright canes with striped leaves; associated with career growth and steady progress.
🧭 Feng Shui Benefits & Placement
Benefits: Career Growth, Stability, Protection
Best Placement: North (career) or East (health) areas; office lobbies and corridors.
Avoid: Avoid over-shadowed corners with stagnant air.
Multiple canes at staggered heights symbolise growth stages.
🌞 Light & Temperature
Light: Medium to bright indirect.
Temperature: 22–32°C.
🪴 Pot & Soil
Pot: 20–30 L pot; free-draining mix; bright spot away from harsh sun.
Soil Mix: 40% coco peat, 30% compost, 20% bark, 10% perlite.
💧 Watering
Schedule: Dry: every 5–7 days; Rainy: every 7–10 days
Amount: 0.8–1.2 L for 20–25 L pot
Allow top 3–4 cm to dry; avoid fluoride-rich water if leaf tips brown.
🧪 Fertilizing
Type: Balanced liquid
Frequency: Every 5–6 weeks
Dosage: Half dose
📅 Harvest & Indicators
Start: N/A
Typical Duration: N/A
Indicators: N/A
Tips: N/A
🌱 Propagation
Stem cuttings (cane sections) root easily in warm conditions.
🐛 Common Pests & Diseases
- Mealybugs & scale: Wipe with alcohol; treat with white oil 1–2%.
🌦️ Seasonal Notes (Malaysia)
Reduce watering during extended wet spells; provide airflow in AC rooms.
📝 Planting Notes
Use heavy pot for tall canes; rotate for even light.
💡 Extra Care Tips
- Leach pot occasionally
- Dust leaves to improve shine
Note
Feng Shui guidance varies by school; placements here follow common, practical principles and pair with climate-appropriate care. Adjust schedules based on pot size, light, and weather.
Feng Shui Disclaimer
Feng Shui interpretations and plant symbolism differ across traditions. The guidance here is general and for inspiration; it does not guarantee outcomes such as wealth, luck, or health. Results depend on many factors including home layout, maintenance, climate, and personal intention.
If a plant is unsuitable for your space or microclimate, you may substitute with symbolic elements (artwork, colors, objects) while maintaining good horticultural practices appropriate for Malaysia.