Key Features & Benefits

• Scientific name: Chlorophytum comosum
• One of the easiest indoor plants to grow
• Known for long arching leaves with green or variegated patterns
• Produces small plantlets (“babies”) on runners
• Excellent air-purifying plant
• Non-toxic and safe for pets
• Fast-growing and highly adaptable

Plant Care Guide

• Climate: Suitable for indoor conditions; prefers moderate temperatures (15–30°C)
• Sunlight: Bright indirect light; tolerates low light but grows slower
• Soil: Well-draining potting mix (garden soil + compost + sand or cocopeat)

Watering

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feels dry
• Keep soil lightly moist but not soggy
• Reduce watering in winter
• Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot

Fertilizers

• Apply liquid fertilizer (balanced NPK) every 2–3 weeks during growing season
• Use organic compost or vermicompost once a month
• Avoid over-fertilizing, which can cause brown leaf tips

Re-potting Instructions

• Re-pot every 1–2 years or when roots outgrow the pot
• Choose a slightly larger pot with drainage holes
• Gently loosen root ball and refresh soil
• Best time: Spring or early summer

Fruiting Season

• Spider plant does not produce edible fruits
• Produces small white flowers and plantlets mainly in spring and summer

Usage Ideas

• Ideal for indoor decoration (living rooms, offices, bedrooms)
• Suitable for hanging baskets due to trailing growth
• Can be propagated easily by planting the baby plantlets
• Used for improving indoor air quality

Care Tips

• Trim brown or dry leaf tips regularly
• Use filtered or stored water to avoid chemical damage (fluoride sensitivity)
• Keep away from direct harsh sunlight to prevent leaf burn
• Rotate plant for even growth
• Propagate easily by cutting and planting the baby shoots
• Ensure good air circulation to prevent pests.