Why Is My Red Star Cordyline Plant Dying?

Question

After about 5 years of looking wonderful my red star leaves grow red then before they actual spray out the whole leaf turns brown…not from the tip but down the whole leaf until the entire leaf is brown but it is still growing

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Answer 1

Has anything changed in the care of the plant or in its environment? Consider those first. Then check for insect pests on the leaves. If the plant is in a container it simply may need to be repotted or have the upper part of the soil refreshed. These articles should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ti-plant/red-star-dracaena-care.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ti-plant/cordyline-plant-varieties.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/ti-plant/growing-ti-plants-outdoors.htm