Dracaenaceae (Salisb. 1812) It contains about 160 species, ranging from plants of varying sizes—from the small stature of sansevierias to the enormous size that some dragon trees can reach. They are of great ornamental interest.Etymology: From the dragon tree family.Place of Origin: Macaronesia, tropical Africa, Morocco, some small parts of southern Asia, and a couple of species in South America.