Botanical name
Chlorophytum comosum
Common name
Spider Plant
Spider Plant description
Chlorophytum comosum, aka Spider Plant, has an abundance of grass-like leaves that are approximately 35cm long. It produces small plantlets on the end of long arching stems and small white flowers periodically.
Native to Africa, they are tropical plants that prefer a warm to hot, semi-shaded position. Variegated forms are readily available and are very easily grown. They can look quite stunning in hanging baskets and pots but be warned… in the garden they have a tendency to escape and become weeds due to the small plantlets taking root.
Climate
Temperate, sub-tropical, tropical
Plant cultivation and care
Very low maintenance. Spider Plants will survive harsh conditions and will thrive in perfect conditions to the point of potentially becoming a weed if planted in the garden.
Grow well indoors in a position with indirect light.
Plant use
Hanging baskets, pots, indoors
Pruning
No pruning necessary.
Pests and diseases
No specific pests and diseases
