Cordyline — 3 species

Botanical species in the genus Cordyline recorded in the PlantPeers database.

EdibleMedicinal

Cordyline australis

Family: Asparagaceae

Cultivation

Prefers a good sandy loam rich in humus. Succeeds in full sun or light shade. A very wind hardy plant, tolerating maritime exposure.

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EdibleMedicinal

Cordyline fruticosa

Family: Asparagaceae

Cultivation

Prefers a fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny or lightly shaded position. Cultivars with coloured leaves need to be grown in full sun in order to bring out the full extent of their colouring. Plants can flower and fruit al year round.

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Edible

Cordyline indivisa

Family: Asparagaceae

Cultivation

Prefers a good sandy loam rich in humus. Succeeds in full sun or light shade. Likes a rich soil.

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