General Landscape Uses: Accent plant, mass planting, container plant, mixed boarders
Ecological Restoration Notes: Soil stabilization, habitat creation, climate resilience
Description: The Black Magic Ti is an upright grower with long dark leaves. Its unique coloration stands out in a landscape and adds dimension.
Dimensions: height 6 ft.; spread 2 – 4 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast to moderate
Native Range: Southeast Asia, Papua New Guinea, Northern Australia, and parts of the Pacific Islands
Native Habitats: Tropical and subtropical rainforests and coastal areas
Soils: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter
Nutritional Requirements: High
Salt Water Tolerance: Moderate
Salt Wind Tolerance: Moderate
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Light Requirements: Part Sun to Shade
Flower Color: Pale purple or pink
Flower Characteristics: small, clusters
Flowering Season: Spring and summer
Fruit: Red berries
Wildlife and Ecology: Habitat and shelter, pollinator support, seed dispersal by birds, soil stabilization, climate adaptation
Horticultural Notes: Propagation by cuttings, division, and seed.
Comments:
Chris H. –
Arrived healthy.
Kristin Horne –
Wonderful low light plant