Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' – Variegated Spider Plant
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' – Variegated Spider Plant
Exposure
- Bright light without direct sun
- Medium light
- Low light
Rusticity
Bloom time
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
- Effective air purifying action
- Generous plantlet production
- Hardy and resilient
- Fast-growing
- Safe for your pets
A true icon of interior decor, the Variegated Spider Plant breathes instant life into your living space. You will be captivated by its long, ribbon-like leaves, brightly centered in creamy white and edged in soft green, which flow in a graceful cascade. Exceptionally generous, it quickly produces numerous plantlets that seem to float around the pot in elegant tiers. Beyond its beauty, it acts as a health ally by effectively removing indoor toxins.
Characteristics
- Foliage: Admire its long, supple, arching leaves, featuring a brilliant creamy white center and green margins.
- Stems and Plantlets: Observe its arching stems bearing discreet white flowers, giving way to a multitude of miniature plantlets that seem to float around the pot.
- Light: Provide bright light, although it is very hardy and tolerates a wide variety of lighting conditions.
- Habit: Trailing and mounding, creating a highly decorative fountain-like effect.
- Growth: Fast-growing; it promptly forms a dense and lush clump.
- Resilience: Enjoy its great resilience; it bravely survives occasional missed waterings.
Usage
- Types of Use: Ideal in hanging baskets, on a pedestal, or on a desk to enjoy its arching habit.
- Decorative Advantages: It brings an airy structure and natural brightness thanks to its luminous white center.
Maintenance
- Watering: Water generously when the soil surface begins to dry. Reduce frequency during the winter.
- Fertilizing: Apply a green plant fertilizer once a month from spring through fall.
- Safety: This variety is completely safe and non-toxic for your cats and dogs.
- Misting: Mist the foliage regularly to prevent tips from browning during dry weather.
- Expert Advice: To learn everything about varieties, maintenance, and propagation, view our full guide on the Spider Plant.
Plant details
Dimensions
Dimensions
Characteristics
Characteristics
Habit:
- Trailing
- Spreading
Flowering colours:
- White
Plant needs
Plant needs
Watering:
- Moderate
- Mist foliage regularly
Maintenance:
- Easy
- Fertilize regularly
- Remove spent flowers
Soil requirement:
- All-purpose potting soil
Features
Features
Resistance:
- Low light
- Dry air
- Temperature fluctuations
Attract:
Use:
- Hanging
- Pot – feature
- Office
- Decoration
Attribute:
- Fast growth
- Non-Toxic Cat
- Non-Toxic Dog
- Air purifying

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