36. Drago tree (Dracaena draco)

Native to Canary Islands

Asparagaceae – dracaena

Flowers in summer

An evergreen, long-lived tree capable of exceeding 15 m height, with smooth bark though not woody. Known for its aerial roots and dichotomous branching, bearing crowns of spear-like leaves. Flowers appear at crown during summer months. The bark can secrete a reddish resin, known locally as ‘dragon’s blood’. 

> endangered

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