Ti plant (Cordyline fruticosa)
Care, watering, light and tips for Ti plant on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 5 days
- Light: Indirect light
- Temperature: 10–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Ti plant
Cordyline fruticosa, also known as Ti plant or good luck plant, is a tropical evergreen shrub valued for its vibrant foliage that can range from deep green to red, pink, purple, and bronze. Its often lance-shaped leaves, arranged in rosettes, make it an excellent ornamental plant for bright interiors or as an accent in tropical and subtropical gardens, adding an exotic and colorful touch. It is ideal for large pots on patios or as part of a landscape design seeking color contrasts.
Native range
Southeast Asia, Papua New Guinea, Melanesia, and Polynesia
Care tips
It requires bright but indirect light to maintain the intensity of its colors; direct sunlight can scorch its leaves. Keep the substrate consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging, especially in winter; it is preferable to water when the top layer of the substrate is dry. Use a well-draining substrate rich in organic matter. A common mistake is a lack of ambient humidity, which can lead to dry leaf tips, so regular misting of its leaves is recommended.
How to save a dying Ti plant
- Warning signs
- Lower leaves yellow or brown, wilting or dropping. Dry, crispy tips. Stunted growth.
- First aid
- Check drainage. If waterlogged, repot with fresh, well-draining soil after checking roots. If dry, water thoroughly.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and poor drainage, leading to root rot. Also dry, cold air or drafts.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, often! Act quickly. Prune damaged parts, improve watering and humidity. Provide indirect light.