Ti Plant (Cordyline)

Cordyline fruticosa, the Ti Plant, is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree with upright stems and spirally arranged leaves. Its foliage color varies widely among cultivars, so this broad species profile is best used for general care rather than assumptions about one leaf color. ## Growth and placement [North Carolina Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/cordyline-fruticosa/) gives a mature range of 9–15 ft tall and 3–8 ft wide and describes fragrant white to pale lavender flowers in spring or summer. It lists USDA zones 10–12 and notes that leaves vary by cultivar. The [University of Florida IFAS profile](https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FP141) likewise describes a large evergreen shrub, with cultivar-dependent foliage and uses as a specimen, accent, mass planting, or container plant. ## Growing conditions Outdoors, provide warmth and soil that holds some moisture while draining freely. For indoor growth, use bright indirect light and adequate humidity. Water regularly during active growth, letting the surface dry somewhat between waterings; reduce watering in winter and avoid soggy soil. ## Maintenance Remove damaged leaves and watch indoor plants for spider mites, scale, or other pests. Move containers inside before cold weather in climates outside its tropical range. Keep the plant away from pets that may chew its foliage; the extension profiles note toxicity concerns for animals.