Spider plant (Chlorophytum orchidastrum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Spider plant on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Indirect light
- Temperature: 10–35 °C
About Spider plant
Chlorophytum orchidastrum, commonly known as Cameroon Lily, is a tropical perennial plant from the Asparagaceae family, prized for its distinctive foliage. It features dark green, lance-shaped leaves with a striking bright orange central vein, making it an attractive focal point. It is ideal for indoor pots, hanging baskets, or as an accent plant in terrariums and shaded gardens.
Native range
Tropical and subtropical Africa, from West to East and South of the continent
Care tips
It requires bright, indirect light; direct sunlight can scorch its leaves. Keep the soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging, allowing the top layer to dry out slightly between waterings. Use a well-draining, organic-rich potting mix. A common mistake is insufficient ambient humidity, which can lead to brown leaf tips, so it benefits from regular misting or a humidifier.
How to save a dying Spider plant
- Warning signs
- Soft, yellowing or brown leaves, dry tips, slow growth.
- First aid
- Check drainage, water only when soil is dry. Prune damaged leaves.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and lack of light. Doesn't tolerate waterlogging or direct sun.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! They are very resilient. Identify the problem and act fast.