Spider plant (Chlorophytum cooperi)
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 cooperi, commonly known as Common Green Lily, is a herbaceous perennial plant characterized by its long, narrow, bright green leaves, often with a lighter central stripe. It forms dense clumps and is ideal for hanging baskets or adding a touch of freshness to shelves and desks, thanks to its elegant, arching habit.
Native range
South Africa
Care tips
It prefers bright, indirect light; direct sunlight can scorch its leaves. Keep the soil lightly moist, watering when the top layer dries out, and avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot. Use a well-draining, organic-rich potting mix. A common mistake is overwatering, which can be fatal for this resilient plant.
How to save a dying Spider plant
- Warning signs
- Soft, yellowing or brown leaves, general wilting, dry and crispy tips.
- First aid
- Check watering, repot if root rot, adjust light, remove damaged leaves.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing root rot or insufficient light weakening the plant.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! They are very resilient. Act quickly and carefully, it will recover.