CORDYLINE
INFO + CARE

genus: Cordyline Comm. ex R.Br.

common name/s: ti plant, palm lily, cabbage palm (Cordyline fruticosa)

type: woody monocotyledonous flowering plants

family: Asparagaceae

native range: western Pacific Ocean region, from New Zealand, eastern Australia, southeastern Asia and Polynesia, with one species found in southeastern South America.

zone: 10 to 12

height: 3 to 10 m

spread: to 3 m

type species: Cordyline cannifolia R. Br.

bloom time: seasonal bloomer

bloom description: varies among species

sun: Part shade to full shade

water: medium

maintenance: medium

soil type: loose, well-draining, 'breathing' potting mix

toxicity: toxic to pets, toxic in large quantities to humans