Familiarly known as ti plant, Cordyline terminalis is a tropical stunner with large leaves ranging in color from variegated pale pinks and greens to purple or deep red, depending on the species. Native to the tropical climates of Hawaii and other Pacific islands, New Guinea and parts of Asia, the plant is suitable for planting in U.S. Department of Agriculture growing zones 10 through 11. In cooler climates, place the ti plant, also known as Cordyline fruticosa, in a container and bring it indoors for the winter, or grow it as a year-round indoor plant. The shrub can reach an adult height of 10 feet.