Ti Plant

Cordyline fruticosaAlso known as: Hawaiian Ti, Good Luck Plant, Cabbage Palm

Ti Plant is a vibrant tropical plant featuring colorful, palm-like leaves in shades of red, pink, purple, and green. Native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific, it grows up to 6 feet (1.8 m) indoors. In Hawaiian culture, it's considered a symbol of good luck and is often planted around homes for protection.

Moderate Care

Bright Indirect Light

Perennial

Quick Care Summary

Light
Bright Indirect Light

Temperature Range
60-85°F (16-29°C)

Ideal Temp
75°F (24°C)

Toxic to Pets

This plant is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. Keep it out of reach of pets, or consider pet-safe alternatives. Symptoms of ingestion may include drooling, vomiting, or difficulty swallowing.

Seasonal Care Schedule

Adjust your care routine based on the season for optimal plant health.

Watering Schedule

Season	Schedule
Spring	Every 5-7 days, keep soil consistently moist
Summer	Every 4-5 days, more in hot weather
Fall	Every 7-10 days
Winter	Every 10-14 days

Prefers consistently moist but not waterlogged soil. More water-loving than Dracaenas.

Misting Schedule

Season	Schedule
Spring	2-3 times per week
Summer	Daily in dry conditions
Fall	2-3 times per week
Winter	2-3 times per week

Requires high humidity. Brown leaf edges indicate dry air.

Fertilizing Schedule

Season	Schedule
Spring	Every 2 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer
Summer	Every 2 weeks
Fall	Monthly
Winter	No fertilizing needed

Heavier feeder than most Dracaenas. Regular feeding maintains vibrant color.

Pruning

Frequency: As needed

Best Season: Spring

Remove brown or faded lower leaves. Can cut back leggy plants - they will resprout.

Repotting

Frequency: Every 2 years

Best Season: Spring

Use rich, well-draining potting mix. Repot when roots fill container.

Flowering

Season
Late spring to summer in mature plants

Color
White, pink, or lavender panicles

Produces fragrant flower clusters followed by red berries. More common in outdoor conditions.

Propagation Methods

Stem cuttings (tip or cane sections)
Root division
Air layering for established plants

Common Problems

Brown leaf edges: Low humidity - increase misting
Fading color: Insufficient light - needs bright indirect light
Leaf drop: Cold drafts or temperature fluctuations
Spider mites: Common pest - mist regularly and inspect leaves

Pro Tips

Colorful varieties need more light to maintain vibrant foliage
Excellent for adding tropical color to any space
Traditionally planted for good luck in Hawaii
Sensitive to fluoride - use filtered water

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