This houseplant needs little maintenance, can be in the partial shade and is therefore very suitable for offices.There are about 120 species of trees and succulent shrubs which belong to the genus. The larger species are commonly known as Dragon Trees and the remaining species are known collectively as shrubby dracaenas. They are smaller and shrub-like, with slender stems and flexible strap-shaped leaves. Dracaena plants are suitable for use as houseplants.