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genusgenusStriking evergreen plants characterized by their long, sword-shaped leaves that grow in dramatic rosette formations. These architectural beauties can display a stunning range of colors from deep greens to vibrant pinks, purples, and reds.
Etymology
The name 'Cordyline' comes from the Greek word 'kordyle,' meaning 'club,' referring to the enlarged underground stems or rhizomes that these plants develop.
Interesting fact!
Despite their palm-like appearance, these plants are actually more closely related to asparagus and are known to produce sweet nectar that attracts native birds in their natural habitats.
All species of Cordyline
cordylineFruticosa
Ti plant, Good luck plant, Hawaiian ti plant.
cordylinePetiolaris
Broad-leaved palm lily, Waterfall cordyline, Purple-stem cordyline.
cordylineBanksii
Forest cabbage tree, Ti kapu, Bank's cabbage tree.
cordylineIndivisa
Blue dracaena, Mountain cabbage tree, Forest cabbage tree.
cordylineAustralis
Cabbage tree, Cabbage palm, Torbay palm.
cordylinePumilio
Dwarf palm lily, Miniature cabbage tree, Dwarf cordyline.
cordylineStricta
Narrow-leaved palm lily, Slender palm lily, Upright cordyline.
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