cordyline species list

Species in Cordyline

Name	Status	Source
Cordyline forbesii Rendle	Accepted	WCSP
Cordyline fruticosa (L.) A.Chev.	Accepted	WCSP
Cordyline × gibbingsiae Carse	Accepted	WCSP
Cordyline indivisa (G.Forst.) Endl.	Accepted	WCSP

What is the difference between Dracaena and Cordyline?

Dracaena, another popular houseplant, is commonly confused with cordyline. They look similar and are both related to agave. One way to distinguish between the two is to check out the roots. On cordyline they will be white, while on dracaena the roots are yellow to orange.

What is the difference between Cordyline and Phormium?

The main difference between them is that Cordyline will form a tall stem and can grow over 5 m height when Phormium forms clumps of strap-shaped leaves and grow usually up to 2 m height (depending on variety).

Is there a dwarf Cordyline?

Cordyline pumilio, commonly known as the dwarf cabbage tree, pygmy cabbage tree or by its Māori names tī koraha or tī rauriki, is a narrow-leaved monocot shrub endemic to New Zealand. It usually grows up to 1 metre (3.3 feet) tall, although rare examples of 2 metres tall have been reported.

How big do Cordyline plants get?

Cordyline can grow 3 feet tall with red, pink, or bi-colored leaves. In the North, grow cordyline as an annual.

Can Cordylines grow in pots?

In containers

Cordylines are ideal container plants. They are strongly architectural and make a simple, bold statement. There is no need to fill the containers with hundreds of smaller plants, which are quite fiddly and require lots of attention.

Can you cut back Cordyline?

You can chop the Cordyline back to any point you wish and new shoots will form just below the cut. I angled it slightly to let water run off and used a saw, it is incredibly easy to cut through. You could cut right down at the base and it will reshoot, almost always with multiple growing points.

Should I cut the flower off my Cordyline?

You will find Lesley that in time your flower spikes will seed and eventually die. When this happens it is advisable to cut these off. One of the problems with Cordylines is that the bottom leaves due start to yellow and go brown and again with a pair of sharp shears you can cut these off close the main trunk.

How do you take care of a Cordyline?

Outdoor Care

Make sure the plant has evenly moist soil and partial shade to full sun. ...
Provide ti with approximately 1 inch of water every week that it doesn't rain, as the plant grows naturally in areas with high rainfall. ...
Water the plant with a hose or soaker to keep the foliage dry.

Why is my New Zealand flax dying?

New Zealand Flax can become too large and overcrowded and appreciate being dug and divided every few years. Browning leaves can indicate too much or too little water or too much fertilizer. These plants generally do not have any insect pests.

Do Cordylines have invasive roots?

While roots of cordylines are not considered to be invasive, the shear volume of the underground structure as the plant grows larger could put pressure on surrounding walls and paths and cause structural damage.

Does Cordyline die in winter?

Cordyline grows in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 through 12, but some species are only cold hardy to zones 9 or 10 and plants in zone 8 may die back over the winter.

Is Cordyline poisonous to humans?

Is Cordyline 'Red Star' poisonous? Cordyline 'Red Star' has no toxic effects reported.

Does Cordyline need full sun?

Light. Cordyline needs bright light, but avoid direct sunlight in unhabituated plants. Also, green-leaved cordyline tends to do best with direct light, while those with other colored leaves may prefer bright indirect or filtered sunlight.

Why is my Cordyline dying?

Leaf, shoot and twig blights are caused by several kinds of anthracnose fungi. The new growth of a giant dracaena is more prone to blight, which can cause tar-like spots or dead areas on the foliage. Heavily infected leaves die and drop off the plant.

Are Cordylines toxic to dogs?

The philodendron family, which includes Swiss cheese plant, heartleaf and fiddle-leaf philodendron, have a toxicity level of mild to moderate for cats and dogs. Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting, difficulty swallowing.

How do I make my Cordylines bushy?

Yes, by pinching or damaging the growing tip will stimulate the growth of side shoots, if the plant is too tall you can even cut the top off to the desired height.

Why are my Cordyline leaves going brown?

A common problem with Cordyline and almost all indoor houseplants is what we call “tipping” or simply the tips of the leaves drying out and turning brown. This can be caused by a number of factors including over-watering, chemical burn from too much fertilizer, Root rot and dry stagnant air.

How tall does a Cordyline Red Star grow?

Grow Red Star in a full to part sun area. Keep in mind that it can reach 5 to 10 feet (1.5 to 3 m.), depending upon growing conditions.

Why are my Cordyline leaves going yellow?

Too much water can cause leaf tips and edges to turn yellow, while too little water can cause yellowing and leaf drop. Ti plants should be watered when the surface of the potting mix feels dry to the touch. ... Watering at the base of the plant will help prevent diseases, but a badly infected plant should be discarded.

Do Cordyline flowers smell?

In our mild climate, the cordyline blooms every year. The angular panicles are crammed with creamy flowers, which open in late spring, and go on for weeks. The scent — strongest in the evening — is powerful and lily-like.