How to Care for Cordyline australis 'Red Star' (Red Star Cordyline)

Korean name: 코르딜리네 레드스타

Cordyline 'Red Star' is an indoor foliage plant characterized by its pointed leaves with a reddish hue. It grows upright and has hardy leaves, making it suitable for interior decoration. It is relatively easy to care for with adequate light and watering.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Family: Asparagaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: New Zealand
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: beginner friendly, red leaves, indoor plant, foliage plant
• Also known as: Cordyline australis, Red Star Cordyline, Red Star Ti Plant

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Maintain average indoor humidity.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Cordyline australis 'Red Star'?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Cordyline australis 'Red Star'?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Cordyline australis 'Red Star' safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Cordyline australis 'Red Star' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Maintain average indoor humidity.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..