Troubleshooting
Red Ti Plant problems — and how to fix them
Red Ti Plant (Cordyline fruticosa 'Red Sister') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Brown leaf tips and margins
Usually fluoride, chlorine or salt sensitivity from tap water, or low humidity. Switch to filtered or rainwater and raise humidity.
Fading red colour
Insufficient light dulls the pink and burgundy toward green. Move to a brighter, indirect spot.
Root rot and yellowing lower leaves
Soggy, poorly drained soil suffocates roots. Let the top layer dry between waterings and ensure the pot drains freely.
Spider mites
Dry indoor air invites mites that stipple and bronze the leaves. Increase humidity and rinse the foliage; treat with insecticidal soap if needed.
Prevent red ti plant problems before they start
Most red ti plant issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for red ti plant in general rather than its problems? Read the full red ti plant care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Red Ti Plant problems — FAQ
Why is my red ti plant brown leaf tips and margins?
Usually fluoride, chlorine or salt sensitivity from tap water, or low humidity. Switch to filtered or rainwater and raise humidity.
Why is my red ti plant fading red colour?
Insufficient light dulls the pink and burgundy toward green. Move to a brighter, indirect spot.
Why is my red ti plant root rot and yellowing lower leaves?
Soggy, poorly drained soil suffocates roots. Let the top layer dry between waterings and ensure the pot drains freely.
Why is my red ti plant spider mites?
Dry indoor air invites mites that stipple and bronze the leaves. Increase humidity and rinse the foliage; treat with insecticidal soap if needed.