The name Cordyline comes from the Greek word kordyle, meaning "knot". Knot is a reference to the large underground roots of the Cordyline plant.

Apart from being an indoor plant, the Cordyline also does well outdoors as a container plant. From March to November, the plant can be outside on the patio or balcony.

On average, the Cordyline will need water once a week throughout the year.

The best location for a Cordyline plant has sufficient indirect sunlight to partial shade. Hence, the leaves can't stand full sun.