How Often to Water a Ti Plant
Cordyline fruticosa · Difficulty: Moderate
Care Snapshot
| Light | Medium to bright indirect light; more light intensifies pink and red coloring |
|---|---|
| Soil | Well-draining potting mix |
| Humidity | Prefers above-average humidity (40-50%) |
| Temperature | 18-27°C (65-80°F) |
| Pet Safety | ☠️ Toxic to cats & dogs (saponins - causes vomiting, drooling and dilated pupils, especially in cats) |
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Signs of Overwatering
Soft, yellowing leaves and stems that darken near the soil line signal roots sitting in soggy conditions.
Signs of Underwatering
The colorful pink, red or purple leaves turn dry and crispy along the edges and lose their vivid saturation.
Adjusting for the Seasons
Growth slows notably in low winter light, and the vivid leaf coloring can fade somewhat - a slightly brighter spot in winter helps maintain the color.
Pro Tip
Like its dracaena relatives, this plant is sensitive to fluoride and chlorine in tap water, which shows up as brown leaf-tip burn - use filtered or distilled water if tips keep browning despite a reasonable watering schedule.
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