Cordyline “Tango” Plant

Description

Pink-green leaves that purify your home, balance humidity and bring some Luck!

Also known as the Cabbage Palm ‘Tango’, this sultry plant has dark pink-green leaves with pink edges that are large and sword-shaped. The stronger the light they receive, the more noticeable are their colours!

Ancient Polynesians considered this plant to be a Good Fortune Plant, which makes is a great ‘good luck’ gift to a loved one or yourself.

A great pick for the bedroom, easy nature and known to expel nearly 95% of the water they absorb, which is perfect to balance humidity levels and counteract the drying effect of heating.

Breathe better! Tango’s Large foliage is great at trapping dust keeping nastiness away from your lungs.

• Super easy to care for, a win-win all around
• Amazing natural purifiers, as part of photosynthesis it absorbs carbon dioxide and, with the help of water and light, transforms it into the oxygen we breathe
• Being around leafy plants has been proven to combat symptoms of stress, anxiety and make you feel happier!
• Hints of red in your home can help encourage inspiration and warmth
• Concentration! Researches have shown that houseplants with stimulating colours can improve concentration, productivity and boost memory
• Great addition to the kitchen, study and living room

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Temperature :

Thrives in warm indoor conditions between 18–26°C. Avoid exposure below 12°C and protect from cold drafts.

Lighting preference :

Prefers bright, indirect light to keep its vibrant red-green foliage. Can tolerate medium light but avoid harsh direct sun.

 Irrigation of water :

Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry. Keep soil evenly moist in summer but reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage.

 Humidity :

Loves moderate to high humidity. Mist leaves regularly if air is dry to prevent leaf tip browning.

Fertilization and feeding :

Feed every 4 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Stop feeding in winter.

 Flowering :

Rare indoors. Mainly grown for its striking colorful foliage.

 Soil :

Prefers well-draining, fertile soil with peat and perlite for aeration.

 Toxicity :

Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, causing vomiting or drooling.

 Pot Size :

Best grown in a medium pot with drainage holes. Repot every 2–3 years as roots expand.

Pruning :

Remove yellow or damaged leaves. Trim stems if needed to manage height and encourage bushier growth.

 Diseases :

May develop root rot if overwatered. Can also attract spider mites, mealybugs, or scale in dry conditions.

 Air Purification :

Helps improve indoor air quality while adding a bold, tropical color accent to interiors.