tī ngahere
about.
Cordyline banksii | tī ngahere, cabbage tree, tī rakau
The forest cabage tree features multiple stems reaching up to 3 meters with long, arching green leaves. produces fragrant white flowers in late spring, followed by bird-attracting purple berries. It adapts well to various light conditions, from partial to full shade or sun, but requires well-drained soil and dislikes prolonged wetness. This versatile plant is ideal as a specimen or for clustered plantings in mixed or native gardens, blending seamlessly with diverse landscapes.
typical habitat.
lowland forest
montane forest
coastal forest
subalpine forest
shrubland
drainage.
well drained
sun.
full sun
partial shade
mature specifications.
height | 4m
width | 2m / 15cm (trunk)
pollinators calendar.
flowering | November - January
fruiting | February - April
did you know?
This tree boasts impressive flowering displays, with panicles reaching up to 2 meters long, adorned with fragrant white flowers. These blooms give way to globe-shaped fruits, about 5 mm in diameter, that range in color from white to bluish-white and blue.