Spider plant
Chlorophytum comosum · Spider plants · Asparagus family
Also known as: Ribbon Plant · Airplane Plant
Very easy30–60cmPet-friendly
Spider plant care at a glance
Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18.3–23.9 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 18.3–23.9 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Spider plant
Possible pests on Spider plant include Spider mites and Aphids. A possible disease is Root rot. Spider plant is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Spider mites Low
- Aphids Low
Disease
- Root rot Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Spider plant
- Which pests affect Spider plant?
- Possible pests on Spider plant include Spider mites and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Spider plant?
- A possible disease is Root rot.
- Is Spider plant toxic to cats and dogs?
- Spider plant is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Spider plant need?
- Spider plant has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Spider plant need?
- Spider plant prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Spider plant frost-hardy?
- Spider plant is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 5 °C.