Ti Plant: Cordyline fruticosa Care Guide
Houseplants

Ti Plant: Cordyline fruticosa Care Guide

Cordyline fruticosa

Ti plant care (Cordyline fruticosa): houseplant with colourful strap leaves. Bright indirect light, well-drained soil, warmth and humidity.

Characteristics

Scientific nameCordyline fruticosa
Height60-200 cm
Sunlightluce intensa indiretta
Watermedia
Soilricco drenante
Toxicitytossica
Growthmedia
Temperature16 a 29 °C
Floweringrara
IrrigationKeep the soil moist but not soggy, watering when the surface starts to dry; reduce in winter.

The ti plant (Cordyline fruticosa) is a tropical houseplant shrub with showy strap-shaped leaves in green, pink, red or variegated tones. The more bright indirect light it gets, the brighter the colours stay. It wants rich, well-drained soil and a warm, humid spot. It is sensitive to salts and fluoride in water. It is toxic to pets. It reaches 60-200 cm.

Flowering season

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Practical tips

Watering

Water needs: media — always check soil moisture before watering.

Position

Prefers luce intensa indiretta: provide the right light and rotate the plant for even growth.

Substrate

Recommended soil: ricco drenante. Refresh the substrate every 1-2 years.

Leaves

Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to support photosynthesis.

Feeding

Feed during the growing season (spring-summer) and stop in winter.

FAQ

Why are my ti plant's leaf tips turning brown?
Often from fluoride and salts in tap water or from dry air: use rainwater or stood water, raise humidity and avoid over-feeding.
Is the ti plant toxic?
Yes, it contains saponins and is toxic if eaten by cats and dogs; keep it away from pets.

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