'Red Sister' Cabbage Palm

The Cordyline fruticosa 'Red Sister' is a particularly striking tropical indoor plant, celebrated for its vibrant and intense foliage colours. Its large, broad leaves are distinguished by a spectacular blend of hues ranging from bright rose-red to deep bronze and greenish-brown, often with even more accentuated margins or streaks. This plant brings a dramatic and exotic touch to any indoor space, evoking the ambiance of tropical climates. Easy to care for and offering a constant visual spectacle, the 'Red Sister' is an excellent choice for those looking to add colour and texture to their plant collection.

Key Features

• Foliage: Large, elongated leaves, vibrant rose-red, deep bronze, and greenish-brown, often with varied shades and accented edges. Colours are more intense in bright light.
• Habit: Upright, bushy, with a woody stem that develops with age.
• Growth: Moderate.
• Care: Easy to moderate.
• Appeal: Primarily cultivated for its spectacular and colourful foliage.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light for the most intense colours. A bit of direct morning or evening sun can enhance red hues, but avoid intense afternoon sun that could scorch the foliage.
• Watering: Water when the top third of the potting mix is dry to the touch. Keep the soil consistently moist, but never waterlogged to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in winter.
• Soil: Requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter. A tropical plant mix is ideal.
• Humidity: Appreciates moderate to high ambient humidity. If the air is too dry, leaf tips may turn brown.
• Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures, between 18°C and 27°C (65°F and 80°F). Avoid temperatures below 15°C (59°F) and cold drafts.
• Fertilization: During the growing season (spring and summer), fertilize every two to four weeks with a balanced liquid indoor plant fertilizer, diluted to half strength.