The Spider Plant
Chlorophytum comosum is popularly known for it’s white and green striped, long leaves what are thin and grows over the edge of the pot. It also features delicate white blossoms that peek out adding to the beauty of this gorgeous looking plant. The Spider Plant is a very attractive indoor plant, which is known to be fast growing and easy to maintain. Due to these features that the spider plant possesses, it has become one of the most popular room and office plants throughout the globe. It is a great air purifier as well. The spider plant or chlorophytum comosum has the capabilities to filter out the air contaminated with substances like formaldehyde.
It belongs to the family of grassy plants (anthericaceae) and known by several names such as airplane plant, spider plant, ribbon plant, St. Bernard’s lily, spider ivy, hen and chickens. It is known to grow up to a maximum height of 3ft.
TruKisan’s Healthy Plant Guide
Sunlight
Expose the plant to morning sunlight for 3 to 6 hours. Make sure to protect the plant from direct harsh sunlight as it may damage its foliage.
Manure Application
During the main growing season feed the plant with organic manure once a month. Loosen the topsoil so it can uptake nutrients and moisture easily.
Re-potting
When a plant outgrows from its current pot, re-pot the plant late evening and keep it in a shady area for 2 to 3 days. Then you can move the plant to its suitable climatic condition.
Watering
Water when topsoil i.e., 1-3 inches, feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly during the summer season and moderately in the winter and rainy seasons.
Soil
Make sure to well drain the soil and ensure that it is fertile rich in organic content.
Temperature & Harvest
Maintain the temperature between 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. You can harvest its leaves when they grow well and look fleshy.
Plant Protection
Get rid of the dead, infected, or damaged plant parts and dispose of them away from the planting area.
Plant Safety
Keep it away from small children, pets, extremely cold and hot areas. Avoid over-watering the plant especially when the pot does not have any drainage holes.
General Info
| Common Name | Airplane plant, spider plant, ribbon plant, St. Bernard’s lily, spider ivy, hen and chickens, Chlorophytum comosum |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 3ft. |
| Bloom Time | All year round |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
| Sunlight | Natural sunlight does wonders to this plant |
| Soil | Soil that is rich in nutrients and well drained is recommended. |
| Temperature | 20 to 25 degree Celsius suits perfectly. |
| Fertilizer | Any organic fertilizer. We recommend using TruKisan’s organic fertilizers for best results. |
Initial Plant Care After Unboxing
Follow these steps for at least 1-2 weeks after receiving the plant at your location:
- Keep the plant in natural or indirect bright light.
- Poke your finger or a small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
- Water when topsoil i.e., 1 to 3 inches feels dry to touch.
- Do not re-pot the plant for a minimum of 2 weeks after receiving it.
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