SPIDER PLANT

Scientific Name: Chlorophytum comosum

Common Names: Spider Plant

Description: The Spider Plant is a popular and easy-to-care-for evergreen perennial.

Size: The mature plant itself typically grows 8-12 inches (20-30 cm) tall with long, arching leaves that can reach 1-2 feet (30-60 cm) in length.

Leaves: The leaves are long, slender, and blade-like. They are typically a bright green color but can have variegated edges in some varieties.

Flowers: Occasionally, mature Spider Plants may produce small, white flowers on stalks that rise above the foliage.

Uses: Spider Plants are widely popular due to:

  • Easy care requirements (prefers bright, indirect light, moderate watering, and well-draining soil).
  • Tolerates a wide range of conditions, including lower light levels and occasional neglect.