Dracaena draco

The Canary Island Dragon Tree, or Dracaena draco, is an iconic tree of the Canary Islands. With its twisted trunk and sword-like leaves, it stands out in arid landscapes. Its longevity, with some specimens surpassing a thousand years, makes it one of the oldest trees. It produces a red resin called "dragon's blood" with historically medicinal properties. In addition to its botanical value, the Dragon Tree holds cultural and mystical significance in the Canary Islands, being considered a spiritual guardian. These distortions act as visual expressions of the transformation and dilution of cultural essence, highlighting the fragility of belonging and Canarian identity in a changing context.