How to Grow and Care for Ti plant

Ti plant, also known as Good luck plant, Cabbage palm, Palm lily, Hawaiian ti plant

Ti plant thrives in warm, humid environments and requires consistent moisture without waterlogging. It’s crucial to protect ti plant from cold drafts and to provide bright, indirect light. Overexposure to direct sunlight can cause leaf scorch, while insufficient light leads to loss of vivid foliage coloration, making positioning a special care point for ti plant. Given these considerations and proper attention to its light and moisture needs, ti plant is generally considered easy to care for.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

Toxic to Pets

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Planting and Growing Ti plant

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Planting Time	Late spring, Summer, Fall
Hardiness Zones	9-12
Toxicity	Toxic to Pets

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Varieties of Ti plant

Ti plant 'Conga'

Ti plant 'Conga' is a tropical shrub with vibrant, variegated foliage, making it a popular choice for ornamental gardens. Its long, elegant leaves are often used in Hawaiian leis. In Polynesian culture, the plant is also believed to possess spiritual powers.

Ti Tree 'Kiwi'

Ti Tree 'Kiwi' is a Ti plant cultivar, selected to have attractive, variegated, glossy leaves with light and dark green streaks and contrasting pink margins. The unusual coloration and upright growth habit make this Ti plant cultivar an extremely popular houseplant.

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Ti plant displays a vibrant array of leaf colors ranging from pale pink to deep red, depending on the variety. Each leaf is broad and elongated, often exhibiting grooved petioles that are distinctive to the species. It prefers a bright environment to retain the intense coloration of its foliage. To avoid drooping leaves, it's imperative to water ti plant once the topsoil is dry to the touch, but ensure it isn't waterlogged. For optimal growth and leaf health, maintaining high humidity is beneficial, achieved by placing the plant over a tray of pebbles and water. The leaves can reach a length of up to 20 inches (50 cm).