Cordyline fruticosa (Akka Rose)
Cordyline fruticosa (Akka Rose)
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Cordyline fruticosa (Akka Rose) is a striking tropical foliage plant prized for its vibrant pink, rose, and burgundy-toned leaves that deliver bold colour and strong architectural impact. Its upright, cane-like growth habit creates a dramatic vertical presence, making it an ideal feature plant for tropical gardens, courtyard designs, and statement container displays. The rich foliage colour provides year-round interest, especially in warm, sheltered landscapes.
Highly valued for its visual impact and low-maintenance nature, Cordyline fruticosa (Akka Rose) thrives in warm climates with bright filtered light to part shade. It is perfect for adding height, contrast, and a tropical aesthetic to garden beds, patios, and entryway plantings. Customers choose this variety for its reliable performance, long-lasting foliage colour, and versatility in both landscape and container settings.
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Mature height
1.5–3m (1–1.5m in containers)
Mature width
1–2m
Spacing
1–1.5m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen in tropical and subtropical climates; semi-deciduous in cooler conditions
Foliage
Long, lance-shaped leaves in pink, rose, burgundy, and green tones depending on light exposure
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Small fragrant flowers in mature plants during warm conditions, followed by ornamental red berries (not edible)
Sun tolerance
Bright filtered light to part shade; tolerates full sun in cooler climates with adequate moisture
Maintenance
Low maintenance; remove old leaves, water during dry periods, protect from frost
Root System
Fibrous, clumping root system; non-invasive but vigorous, suitable for large pots and garden beds