Water
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter, keeping the soil just moist to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Also known as Blue Dracaena · Broad-Leaved Cabbage Tree · Mountain Cabbage Tree
Cordyline indivisa is a striking, New Zealand native palm-like tree known for its architectural form and graceful, strap-like leaves.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers full sun in cooler climates, partial shade in hotter regions.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Mild
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter, keeping the soil just moist to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Pruning is generally not required for Cordyline indivisa unless removing dead or damaged foliage. If desired, trim to shape or reduce size, but avoid cutting back into old wood as it may not regrow. Best done in spring.
Propagation is typically done by seeds sown in spring or through division of established clumps. Seeds require warmth and consistent moisture to germinate.
Divisions should be carefully separated with roots intact and potted into well-draining soil.
Repot Cordyline indivisa every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix. This is best done in spring, just as new growth begins, to minimize transplant shock.
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Where Cordyline Indivisa (Cordyline indivisa) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Cordyline |
| Species | Cordyline indivisa |
Similar in genus Cordyline
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