Spider Plant Vittatum

Plant Bio

Chlorophytum comosum, often called spider plant or aeroplane plant, is a flowering perennial herb. Spider Plant is an impressive house plant for beginners. It’s easy to care for, tolerates average room conditions, and is easy to propagate. The slender, arching leaves are dark green with a creamy white stripe. Leaves grow from a central crown and can reach up to 1 ft (30 cm) long. Give this plant plenty of light for the best leaf colour.

While spider plants will grow under most conditions, there are some things to consider if you want your plant to thrive. In terms of light, they are undemanding. Spider plants prefer bright light and tend toward scorching in direct sunlight. However, they will grow in conditions ranging from semi-shady to partial direct sun.

You should water them liberally through the summer and mist them occasionally. During winter, cut watering back. When it comes to temperature, do not let them fall below 50°F or expose them to cold drafts. Spider plants like fast-draining, well-aerated potting mix. Feed them weekly during the summer with liquid fertiliser or use pellets at the beginning of the growing season.