Cordyline fruticosa

Ti Plant

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Tropical foliage plant with colorful strap-like leaves, often red, green, or purple. Native to Pacific regions, popular for indoor decoration due to its vibrant color and tree-like structure.
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Plant Details

Common Name Ti Plant
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Cordyline
Species Fruticosa
Origin Southeast Asia / Pacific Islands
Blooming Foliage plant; occasional fragrant white flowers in summer outdoors
Leaf Color Red, Green, Purple, Variegated
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining mix of peat, perlite and loam to prevent root rot

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth; reduce in winter to avoid root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light required for color retention; direct sun scorches leaves

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September only

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Pruning

Trim brown leaf tips and remove dead foliage; prune stems for bushier shape

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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