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Spider Plant
₹510.00
₹470.00
Scientific name: Chlorophytum comosum Family: Asparagaceae Common names: Spider Plant, Ribbon Plant, Airplane Plant
- SKU: PLANT4589
- CATEGORY: Ornamental foliage plants
- TAGs: Air Purifying , Low Maintenance
Description
Spider Plant is a popular ornamental foliage plant known for its long, arching green or variegated leaves with white or cream stripes. It produces small white flowers and hanging plantlets ("spiderettes"), making it an attractive choice for hanging baskets and indoor decoration.
Growing Requirements
- Light: Bright, indirect sunlight; tolerates low light but grows best in moderate light.
- Temperature: 15–30°C
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile potting mix rich in organic matter.
- Water: Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil becomes dry. Avoid waterlogging.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity but adapts well to normal indoor conditions.
Propagation
- Plantlets (spiderettes)
- Division of mature clumps
Uses
- Indoor decoration
- Hanging baskets
- Office and home interiors
- Balcony and patio gardens
- Air-purifying houseplant
Interesting Fact
Spider Plant produces small baby plants called spiderettes on long stems. These plantlets can be easily rooted in soil or water to grow new plants, making Spider Plant one of the easiest houseplants to propagate.
Care Tips
- Place the plant in bright, indirect light for healthy growth.
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves.
- Water moderately and ensure good drainage.
- Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
- Trim brown leaf tips and remove old plantlets if not needed.