Hawaiian Ti Plant Plant
Hawaiian Ti Plant (Cordyline fruticosa) is a shrub growing 3-10 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with moderate growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring partial shade and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Shrub
Height
3-10 ft
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Partial shade
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Pacific islands
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
50-80
Potting media
Loam, compost
Fertilizers
Organic
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
1-3 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental, medicinal
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
10-20 years
Health Benefits
Air purification, traditional medicine
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat, 25% perlite, 25% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot Root Rot Spider Mites Aphids Mealybugs
Brown or black spots on leaves Yellowing, wilting leaves Tiny webs, speckled leaves Yellowing, distorted leaves White cottony masses on leaves
Prune affected areas, neem oil spray Improve drainage, reduce watering Increase humidity, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil Wipe with alcohol, neem oil
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Traditionally used in Hawaiian and Asian medicine for wound healing and reducing fever.
· Leaves are sometimes used to make herbal infusions for general wellness.