Objective-In recent years, nanotechnology has evolved from a multidisciplinary research concept to primary scientific field. Nanotechnology is mainly concerned with the synthesis of nanomaterials using different systems and their applications. Green synthesis is the safe and easiest method of producing silver nanoparticles. Because of the production of the silver ions, silver nanoparticles are found to have the antibacterial activity. Method-This paper describes a rapid and eco-friendly method for green synthesis of silver nanoparticles from aqueous solution of silver nitrate using Dracena Mahatma Leaf extract. Result-Nanoparticles show an absorption maximum at 421nm. The particle size of silver nanoparticles and polydispersity index was calculated. The silver nanoparticles were found to be facing cubic centred and moderately stable. The silver nanoparticles were tested for antimicrobial activity using Vibrio ponticus. Conclusion-This study suggests that successful synthesis of silver nanoparticles is possible using the ornamental plant Dracaena mahatma. © 2015, Pharmainfo Publications. All rights reserved.