Hawaiian Ti Plant (Cordyline fruticosa): Colorful Foliage for Tropical Flair

Hawaiian ti plant (Cordyline fruticosa), also called good luck plant or ti plant, is a tropical, upright shrub with long, broad, strap-shaped leaves that come in a dazzling array of colors—green, red, pink, purple, maroon, and variegated combinations. It is a staple of Hawaiian landscapes and culture.

Cultivars

Numerous cultivars exist ('Red Sister', 'Pink Passion', 'Black Magic', etc.) selected for foliage color. The plant grows 4–10 feet tall, often with a single trunk or few branches. It produces fragrant, pale flowers in panicles, followed by red berries.

Culture

Full sun to part shade (best color in bright light); rich, moist, well-drained soil. High humidity. Water consistently. Minimum temperature 55°F. Hardy in zones 10–11; widely grown as a container plant.

Taxonomy

• Family: Agavaceae (Asparagaceae)
• Genus: Cordyline
• Species: fruticosa
• Cultivar Group: Colorful Ti Cultivars