Ti (Cordyline fruticosa)

Cordyline fruticosa, or Ti plant, is a vibrant tropical shrub. It is known for striking foliage in shades of green, red, pink, and purple, making it a popular ornamental.

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Sunlight

Bright indirect light to partial sun. Avoid direct harsh afternoon sun.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, rich, slightly acidic to neutral potting mix.

Temperature

Warm temperatures, 18-35 °C. Protect from cold drafts.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed every 2-4 weeks during growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright indirect light to partial sun. Avoid direct harsh afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, rich, slightly acidic to neutral potting mix.

Temperature

Warm temperatures, 18-35 °C. Protect from cold drafts.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed every 2-4 weeks during growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden, Ground

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-4 m

Spread

0.6-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Pink, Purple, Bronze, Variegated

Leaf Type

Simple, Lanceolate

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

25000

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Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.

Northern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JulPeak fruit · Jul

FloweringFruiting

Southern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · FebPeak fruit · Feb

FloweringFruiting

Synonyms

Aletris chinensis Lam.

Calodracon heliconiifolia (Otto & A.Dietr.) Planch.

Calodracon jacquinii (Kunth) Planch.

Calodracon nobilis Planch.

Calodracon sieberi (Kunth) Planch.

Calodracon terminalis (L.) Planch.

Convallaria fruticosa L.

Cordyline albicans (Van Geert) G.Nicholson

Cordyline alborosea (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline amabilis Cogn. & Marchal

Cordyline amboynensis G.Nicholson

Cordyline angusta (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline argenteostriata (W.Bull) Mottet

Cordyline balmoreana (Van Geert) G.Nicholson

Cordyline baptistii Cogn. & Marchal

Cordyline bartelii Mottet

Cordyline bellula (Linden & André) G.Nicholson

Cordyline casanovae Linden ex André

Cordyline cheesemanii Kirk

Cordyline chelsonii (Veitch) G.Nicholson

Cordyline compacta (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline dennisonii André

Cordyline densicoma Linden & André

Cordyline duffii (E.G.Hend.) G.Nicholson

Cordyline eschscholziana Mart. ex Schult. & Schult.f.

Cordyline excellens Mottet

Cordyline excelsa G.Nicholson

Cordyline ferrea (L.) Endl.

Cordyline fraseri (Anon.) G.Nicholson

Cordyline gloriosa Linden & André

Cordyline grandis (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline guilfoylei Linden ex Lem.

Cordyline hedychioides F.Muell.

Cordyline heliconiifolia Otto & A.Dietr.

Cordyline hendersonii Cogn. & Marchal

Cordyline imperialis (Anon.) G.Nicholson

Cordyline inscripta (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline javanica Klotzsch ex Kunth

Cordyline kewensis Sander

Cordyline laingii (Van Geert) Mottet

Cordyline lutescens-striata G.Nicholson

Cordyline macarthurii G.Nicholson

Cordyline madagascariensis Mottet

Cordyline magnifica (H.J.Veitch ex É.Morren) G.Nicholson

Cordyline metallica Dallière

Cordyline mirabilis G.Nicholson

Cordyline mooreana (Van Geert) G.Nicholson

Cordyline nigrorubra (Linden) G.Nicholson

Cordyline nobilis (Planch.) K.Koch

Cordyline norwoodiensis Mottet

Cordyline ornata (Van Geert) G.Nicholson

Cordyline picturata (T.Moore) Mottet

Cordyline placida (W.Bull) Mottet

Cordyline porphyrophylla (É.Morren) G.Nicholson

Cordyline pulchella (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline reali (Linden & André) G.Nicholson

Cordyline regina Veitch ex Regel

Cordyline rex (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline robinsoniana (Van Geert) G.Nicholson

Cordyline rosacea G.Nicholson

Cordyline rubella (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline sepiaria Seem.

Cordyline sieberi Kunth

Cordyline splendens (W.Bull ex É.Morren) G.Nicholson

Cordyline sulcata (Van Geert) G.Nicholson

Cordyline thomsonii (Mast. & T.Moore) Mottet

Cordyline ti Schott ex K.Koch

Cordyline timorensis Planch.

Cordyline triumphans (W.Bull) G.Nicholson

Cordyline venosa (W.Bull) Mottet

Cordyline williamsii Mottet

Cordyline youngii (É.Morren) G.Nicholson

Dianella cubensis A.Rich.

Dracaena albicans Van Geert

Dracaena albomarginata T.Moore

Dracaena alborosea W.Bull

Dracaena alexandrae Van Geert

Dracaena amabilis H.J.Veitch

Dracaena anerleyensis T.Moore

Dracaena angusta W.Bull

Dracaena argenteostriata W.Bull

Dracaena atropurpurea-pendula Van Geert

Dracaena aurora Linden & André

Dracaena balmoreana Van Geert

Dracaena baptistii T.Moore & Mast.

Dracaena barronii T.Moore

Dracaena bausei T.Moore

Dracaena bella T.Moore

Dracaena bellula Linden & André

Dracaena bergmanii Van Geert

Dracaena berkeleyi T.Moore

Dracaena brasiliensis Poit.

Dracaena candida W.Bull

Dracaena cantrellii T.Moore

Dracaena carolettiae T.Moore

Dracaena casanovae Linden & André

Dracaena chelsonii Veitch

Dracaena compacta W.Bull

Dracaena cooperi Van Geert

Dracaena coullingii Mast.

Dracaena crispata Van Geert

Dracaena cuprea T.Moore

Dracaena dennisonii Veitch ex É.Morren

Dracaena duffii E.G.Hend.

Dracaena elizabethiae T.Moore

Dracaena ernestii T.Moore

Dracaena eximia T.Moore

Dracaena formosa W.Bull

Dracaena fraseri T.Moore & Mast.

Dracaena fredericii T.Moore

Dracaena fulgens T.Moore

Dracaena gemma W.Bull

Dracaena gladstonei Van Geert

Dracaena gloneri André

Dracaena gloriosa T.Moore & Mast.

Dracaena grandis W.Bull

Dracaena guilfoylei T.Moore ex Linden

Dracaena halseyi Van Geert

Dracaena harrisii Hovey

Dracaena hendersonii J.H.Veitch

Dracaena hybrida W.Bull ex R.Hogg

Dracaena illustris W.Bull

Dracaena imperator T.Moore

Dracaena imperialis T.Moore & Mast.

Dracaena inscripta W.Bull

Dracaena insignis W.Bull

Dracaena intermedia E.C.Hend.

Dracaena jamesii Pynaert

Dracaena jucunda T.Moore

Dracaena kewensis Sander

Dracaena laingii Van Geert

Dracaena leonardii Van Geert

Dracaena leonensis Lodd. ex G.Don

Dracaena leopoldii Pynaert

Dracaena leucochila T.Moore

Dracaena levangeri Van Geert

Dracaena liervalii Bonard

Dracaena limbata Van Geert

Dracaena lutescens Verschaff.

Dracaena mabiliae T.Moore

Dracaena macleayi Linden

Dracaena magnifica H.J.Veitch ex É.Morren

Dracaena mandaianum Anon.

Dracaena martfontanensis Van Geert

Dracaena mastersii T.Moore

Dracaena metallica W.Bull

Dracaena mooreana Van Geert

Dracaena moorei B.S.Williams

Dracaena neocaledonica Linden

Dracaena nigrescens B.S.Williams

Dracaena nigricans Jacob-Makoy

Dracaena nigrorubra Linden

Dracaena nigrostriata W.Bull

Dracaena nitzchneri Van Geert

Dracaena nobilis Van Houtte ex Bosse

Dracaena ornata Van Geert

Dracaena pendens T.Moore

Dracaena perreyi Van Geert

Dracaena picta W.Bull

Dracaena picturata T.Moore

Dracaena placida W.Bull

Dracaena porphyrophylla É.Morren

Dracaena poubellei Anon.

Dracaena princeps W.Bull

Dracaena pulchella W.Bull

Dracaena punctata B.S.Williams

Dracaena reali Linden & André

Dracaena rebeccae T.Moore

Dracaena reginae T.Moore

Dracaena regis André

Dracaena renardiae T.Moore

Dracaena rex W.Bull

Dracaena robinsoniana Van Geert

Dracaena robusta B.S.Williams

Dracaena rothiana Carrière

Dracaena rubella W.Bull

Dracaena salmonea T.Moore

Dracaena salviati Linden

Dracaena scottiae T.Moore

Dracaena sepiaria Seem.

Dracaena shepherdii T.Moore & Mast.

Dracaena speciosa Van Houtte

Dracaena spectabilis W.Bull

Dracaena spinckii Van Geert

Dracaena splendens W.Bull ex É.Morren

Dracaena stenophylla K.Koch

Dracaena striatifolia E.C.Hend.

Dracaena sulcata Van Geert

Dracaena superba Van Geert

Dracaena sydneyi T.Moore

Dracaena taylorii Veitch

Dracaena tellingii T.Moore

Dracaena terminalis L.

Dracaena thomiae T.Moore

Dracaena thomsonii Mast. & T.Moore

Dracaena triumphans W.Bull

Dracaena troubetzkoi Linden & André

Dracaena venosa W.Bull

Dracaena verlotii Van Geert

Dracaena verschaffeltii Verschaff.

Dracaena versicolor T.Moore

Dracaena vestalis Van Houtte

Dracaena victoriae T.Moore

Dracaena violacea T.Moore

Dracaena vivicans Van Houtte

Dracaena voluta T.Moore

Dracaena warocquei Linden & André

Dracaena weismannii H.J.Veitch

Dracaena willsii T.Moore

Dracaena youngii É.Morren

Dracaena × bartetii Carrière

Draco stenophylla (K.Koch) Kuntze

Ezehlsia palma Lour. ex B.A.Gomes

Taetsia ferrea Medik.

Taetsia fruticosa (L.) Merr.

Terminalis fruticosa (L.) Kuntze

Taxonomy

kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classLiliopsida
orderAsparagales
familyAsparagaceae
genusCordyline
speciesCordyline fruticosa

Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 5/5

Edible

Contains saponins, which can cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested by pets or humans.

Additional Care Tips

Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce frequency in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

FAQs

How much light does a Ti plant need?

Ti plants thrive in bright, indirect light to partial sun. While some varieties can tolerate more sun, direct harsh afternoon sun can scorch their leaves. Insufficient light may cause colors to fade.

How often should I water my Cordyline fruticosa?

Water your Cordyline fruticosa when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler, dormant periods.

Is Cordyline fruticosa toxic to pets?

Yes, Cordyline fruticosa is considered toxic to pets, including dogs, cats, and horses. It contains saponins, which can cause symptoms such as vomiting, anorexia, depression, and drooling if ingested.

Why are my Ti plant's leaves turning yellow or brown?

Yellowing leaves can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiency, while brown tips often suggest low humidity, underwatering, or fluoride toxicity from tap water. Assess your watering schedule, humidity levels, and consider using filtered water.

How do I make my Ti plant bushier?

To encourage a bushier plant, you can prune or 'top' the main stem. Cut the stem just above a leaf node or where you want new growth to emerge. This stimulates dormant buds to sprout, leading to multiple new branches.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright indirect light to partial sun. Avoid direct harsh afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, rich, slightly acidic to neutral potting mix.

Temperature

Warm temperatures, 18-35 °C. Protect from cold drafts.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed every 2-4 weeks during growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden, Ground

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-4 m

Spread

0.6-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Pink, Purple, Bronze, Variegated

Leaf Type

Simple, Lanceolate

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

25000

FAQs