spider plant
Chlorophytum 'Fire Flash'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Stem Propagation,Leaf Cutting,Air Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
11 - 12
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,pink
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Spider plants should be watered on a weekly basis, depending on the time of year and the level of humidity in the air. The soil should remain slightly moist but not soggy. In the spring and summer, when the plant is in full growth, you should water it when the top inch of soil is dry. In the winter, it should be watered more sparingly--just when the top 2 inches of soil is dry. In either season, the amount of water should be significant but not too much. The goal is to keep the soil evenly moist, not soggy.
sunlight
A Spider Plant will thrive in bright, indirect sunlight for several hours a day. Keep your Spider Plant in a north or east-facing window, or about 5 feet away from a south-facing window. Depending on how intense the sunlight is in your location, your Spider Plant can handle anywhere from 3 to 6 hours of indirect sunlight each day. Avoid direct sunlight, as this can lead to leaf discoloration and scorching. If your Spider Plant is not receiving enough sunlight, its leaves will become pale, and its stems will become longer and leggy.
pruning
When pruning a Spider Plant (Chlorophytum 'Fire Flash'), it should happen every few months. Pruning should involve cutting off at least a few of the long stems near the base of the plant to encourage bushier growth. In addition to pruning stems, you should also trim any yellowed or dead leaves. Spider plants respond very well to pruning, and it is important to keep them tidy and well groomed when grown indoors. Since this particular cultivar is a fast-growing variety, it may require more frequent pruning than other varieties.
FAQ
Is the spider plant easy to care for?
Yes, spider plants are very easy to care for. They are know for being a perfect plant for beginner plant parents. They grow well and thrive in bright, indirect areas as well as low-light conditions. They require minimal maintenance with regular watering and occasional pruning or division for larger and fuller mats of foliage. Spider plants are forgiving and are quite drought-resistant, so it's difficult to over-water them. Adding fertilizer once a month during the growing season will help them to thrive even more.
Are spider plants known to improve indoor air quality?
Yes, spider plants are known to be one of the most effective houseplants at removing common air pollutants. Spider plants absorb gaseous formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and xylene from indoor air and convert it into oxygen. They also convert carbon dioxide into oxygen during the day, helping to freshen the air in your home or office. Spider plants also help to reduce indoor humidity levels. They are an excellent choice for improving indoor air quality.
Can spider plants grow well in low light conditions?
Yes, spider plants are a very easy to care for houseplant that actually prefers a low light condition. They will usually thrive in a bright indirect light area of the home but can easily adapt to lower light conditions. Spider plants are very resilient and can even withstand a few weeks of low light levels before the plants start to suffer.
