Chlorophytum Comosum (local)

🌿 Why You’ll Love It:

• Elegant, variegated foliage with a fountain-like form

• Produces baby spiderettes that can be propagated

• Pet-friendly and non-toxic

• Excellent for hanging baskets, shelves, or desktops

• Known for its powerful air-cleaning abilities

🌿 Chlorophytum comosum (Spider Plant) – Care Tips

Chlorophytum comosum, commonly known as the Spider Plant, is one of the most popular and beginner-friendly houseplants. Recognized for its arching green leaves with white or yellow stripes and dangling baby plantlets, it’s both decorative and air-purifying.

☀️ Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Can tolerate low light, but variegation may fade

• Avoid direct sunlight – it can burn the leaves

💧 Watering

• Water when the top inch of soil is dry

• Keep soil evenly moist, not soggy

• Reduce watering in cooler months

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temp: 18–26°C (65–78°F)

• Tolerates normal indoor humidity

• Avoid cold drafts and temps below 10°C (50°F)

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use well-draining potting soil

• Ensure pot has drainage holes

• Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed once a month in spring and summer

• Use balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted

• No need to fertilize in winter

✂️ Maintenance & Propagation

• Trim off brown tips to keep plant neat

• Propagate by planting spiderettes in water or soil

• Remove faded flowers or yellowing leaves

✅ Pet-Friendly

• Chlorophytum comosum is non-toxic to pets 🐾

  (Though curious nibbling may still cause mild tummy upset)

Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just starting out, Chlorophytum comosum is a low-maintenance classic that brings freshness, movement, and vitality to your home.