Spider Plant
Chlorophytum comosum

Spider Plant

Spider Plants, herbaceous perennials with fast growth, thrive in well-drained soil and bright indirect light. With high moisture needs, they are popular as indoor and outdoor ornamental plants.


green plant on black pot
Picture illustrating Spider plant

Habit

Herbaceous Perennial

Height

0.5-1 m

Growth

Fast

Soil

Well-drained, loamy

Shade

Bright Indirect Light

Moisture

High

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

South Africa

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

15-30°C

Humidity (%)

60-70%

Potting media

Loamy, peat

Fertilizers

Balanced, organic NPK

Watering

Regular

Plant Weight 

100-200 g

Flowering Time

Spring, Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0 - 7.0

Water Ph level

6.5 - 7.0

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Ornamental, air-purifying

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

Ornamental, medicinal

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat, 25% perlite, 25% compost


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Common Diseases

Root rot, drooping

Over watering can lead to root rot which causes yellowing of the leaves and foul odour, browning of the leaf tips

neem oil spray -mix two tablespoons of neem oil with one gallon of water and spray on the plants. Repeat for every 7-14 days.

Remove affected leaves and treat the plant with insecticidal soap.

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· Purifies indoor air by absorbing toxins.

· Increases humidity, which benefits respiratory health.

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