Spider Plant

(Chlorophytum comosum)

Resilient, versatile, and air-purifying houseplant with arching leaves and white stripes, ideal for various light conditions

Spider Plant (Plantsitting.nl)

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☀️Sunlight Requirements:
Prefers indirect to moderate light. Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate lower light levels.

💧 Watering Frequency:
Keep the soil evenly moist, watering moderately. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent overwatering.

🌫️ Humidity:
Tolerates average household humidity levels. Mist occasionally or place near a humidifier to increase humidity in dry environments.

🌡️ Temperature:
Ideal temperature range between 18-29°C (65-85°F). Protect from cold drafts and extreme temperature fluctuations.

🌱 Soil Type:
Requires well-draining potting mix with good aeration. A mix of peat moss, perlite, and compost is suitable.

🍃 Fertilizing:
Feed every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Avoid fertilizing during winter months.

🌱🌱 Propagation:
Easily propagated through division of plantlets or offsets. Plantlets develop on long stems and can be potted to create new plants.

📈 Growth Rate:
Fast-growing, with arching leaves and cascading stems. Produces “spiderettes” that can be repotted to create new plants.

🚫🐾 Toxicity:
Non-toxic to pets and humans, safe to have around children and animals.

🌿 Note:
Spider Plants are known for their arching leaves with white stripes, resembling spiders hanging from their stems.
They are resilient and a popular choice for hanging baskets or as tabletop plants. Prune the spiderettes to promote more robust growth and a bushier appearance!