Chlorophytum Fire Flash 《火焰吊蘭》

🌿 Why You’ll Love It:

• Eye-catching orange stems with broad green leaves

• Compact, upright form for small spaces

• Low maintenance and visually bold

• Great indoor accent or underplanting in shade gardens

• Unique and lesser-known variety for collectors

🌿 Chlorophytum ‘Fire Flash’ (Mandarin Plant) – Care Tips

Chlorophytum orchidastrum ‘Fire Flash’, also known as Mandarin Plant or Sierra Leone Lily, is a tropical stunner known for its lush, deep green leaves and bright orange stems (petioles) that glow like fire. Unlike the typical spider plant, this species has a more upright, fountain-like form and makes a bold foliage statement indoors.

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light

• Can tolerate medium light, but color may fade

• Avoid intense direct sun to prevent leaf scorching

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil is dry

• Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy

• Water less frequently in cooler months

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temperature: 18–28°C (65–82°F)

• Likes moderate to high humidity – mist occasionally or group with other plants

• Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 15°C (59°F)

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use well-draining soil, rich in organic matter

• Ensure pot has drainage holes

• Repot every 1–2 years as it grows

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed monthly during spring and summer

• Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer

• Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent leaf tip browning

✂️ Maintenance & Propagation

• Wipe leaves to remove dust and enhance shine

• Trim any yellow or damaged leaves

• Propagation is typically done via division when repotting

⚠️ Pet Safety

• Fire Flash may be mildly toxic if ingested by pets 🐾

  Keep out of reach if you have curious cats or dogs.

Add a splash of fiery contrast to your plant collection with Chlorophytum ‘Fire Flash’—a rare beauty that turns heads with its vivid coloring and sculptural form.