This easygoing shrub plant can be *spotted* by its freckled leaves, as well as its upright growth on multiple stems. It's the growth pattern that sometimes gives it the name 'Japanese Bamboo', as the stems look similar to bamboo shoots. Not sure why Japanese though when it's actually from Africa... The mid-green leaves are speckled with paler yellow variegation which comes out more in the sun (like freckles), adding some interesting variegation to the foliage. These plants can grow over 3m tall in the wild, but likely won't grow quite so much as houseplants. Give it plenty of bright light (avoiding harsh midday sun) and let it dry out between waters and it'll give its best shot at growing nice and tall! **Scientific Name** Dracaena surculosa (woody dragonlike plant) **Common Name** Gold Dust Dracaena, Spotted Dracaena, Japanese Bamboo **Origin** Native to tropical West African forests, from Guinea to the Republic of Congo **Light** Your Dracaena will prefer bright indirect light for mo