Scientific Name: 
Cordyline spp.

Common Name: 
Cabbage Tree, Dragon Tree, Corn Plant

Thorns/Spines?

How is this plant unsafe?

How do you plant safely?

No

  • If cats or dogs chew on this plant, it can result in vomiting.
  • Where a dog or cat is prone to chewing on plants, it would be prudent to remove the plant from the animal's environment. 
  • Supervise pets and children playing near this plant.
  • There are many species, cultivars and varieties of this plant available in the nursery trade, caution should be used with all types.