Cordyline ‘Rumba’ – tropical cordyline with colorful leaves, symbol of luck

Cordyline ‘Rumba’, also known by the common names cordyline, false dracaena, or indoor palm, is a striking variety of ornamental plant, grown for its lush, glossy, and brightly colored foliage. The leaves are long and narrow, in a vibrant palette of deep red, burgundy, and shades of dark green, with reflections that intensify in good light.

It is ideal for tropical or modern interior decoration, adding an exotic accent with vertical growth and lush texture. In regions of Southeast Asia and the Pacific, Cordyline is considered a symbol of luck, protection, and positive energy.

🔹 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Cordyline fruticosa ‘Rumba’
• Common names: cordyline, false dracaena, tropical indoor palm
• Plant type: perennial, decorative for its foliage
• Foliage: deep red, with purple and green highlights, glossy
• Habit: upright, with lance-shaped leaves spreading fan-like from the central stem

🔸 Growing conditions:

• Light: strong indirect light; leaf coloration intensifies in well-lit places
• Optimal temperature: 18–28°C
• Watering: moderate – allow the soil to dry partially between waterings
• Humidity: medium to high – appreciates occasional misting
• Soil: well-drained, slightly acidic, substrate for tropical green plants

🌿 Advantages and uses:

• Very decorative plant, with a tropical look and colorful foliage
• Ideal for offices, living rooms, or sunny indoor corners
• Easy to care for in warm spaces with good light
• In tropical traditions, it is considered a plant of luck and prosperity

Height including pot 25-40 cm