🌿 Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Also known as: Airplane Plant • Ribbon Plant • Hen and Chickens
🪴 Plant Snapshot
| Type | Hardy Foliage Plant / Hanging & Tabletop Houseplant |
|---|---|
| Category | Indoor • Balcony • Office • Pet-Friendly |
| Botanical Name | Chlorophytum comosum |
| Toxicity | ✅ Non-toxic – Safe for pets and children |
☀️ Growing Conditions
| Light | 🌤️ Bright Indirect Light <br>☁️ Tolerates partial shade |
|---|---|
| Watering | 💧 Moderate – Water when the top inch of soil feels dry |
| Humidity | Normal indoor humidity; occasional misting in dry climates |
| Soil | Well-draining potting soil (standard houseplant mix) |
| Fertilizer | Balanced liquid fertilizer once every 2–3 weeks during growing season |
🌱 Growth & Features
| Growth Habit | Arching green or variegated leaves with offshoot “pups” |
|---|---|
| Mature Height | 12–18 inches tall; up to 2 feet wide with pups trailing |
| Propagation | Very easy – root plantlets (baby spiders) in water or soil |
✨ Uses & Benefits
-
🌬️ Excellent air purifier – Removes formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and more
-
🐶 Pet-friendly – Safe for cats and dogs
-
🌿 Beautiful in hanging baskets or on plant shelves
-
🔁 Self-propagating – Produces baby plants regularly
💡 Fun Tip
Trim brown tips for a neater look. Place the plants pups in water to watch roots grow before replanting! 🌱💧
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.