Spider Plant
Chlorophytum comosum
Family
Asparagaceae
Origin
Southern Africa
Difficulty
Easy
Sunlight
Low to bright indirect
Water
Weekly
Temperature
13-27°C
Soil
Well-draining mix
Flowering
Small white flowers, then plantlets
Height
25-40cm, trailing to 1m
The Spider Plant is one of the most popular houseplants. It produces arching leaves and long runners tipped with baby plantlets. Virtually indestructible and produces offsets prolifically.
🌱Care Guide
Water when top inch is dry. Tolerates irregular watering. Propagate by rooting spiderettes in water or soil.
🧬Evolution & History
Chlorophytum evolved in southern African grasslands. The production of plantlets on runners evolved as a vegetative reproduction strategy to colonize new areas.
💡Fun Facts
- #1Produces hundreds of baby plants
- #2NASA top air-purifying plant
- #3Can live 20+ years
- #4Non-toxic to pets
❓FAQ
Why are leaf tips turning brown?▼
Brown tips are caused by fluoride in tap water. Use filtered water and trim brown tips.
How do I propagate?▼
Cut spiderettes with stem. Root in water 2-3 weeks, then pot in soil.
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