Spider plant (Chlorophytum fasciculatum)
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 fasciculatum, commonly known as Cluster Green Lily, is a herbaceous perennial plant from the Asparagaceae family, prized for its attractive foliage. It features bright green, lance-shaped leaves that grow in dense rosettes, giving it a lush and compact appearance. It is ideal for hanging baskets, shelves, or as an indoor floor plant, adding a touch of freshness and vibrancy.
Native range
India
Care tips
It prefers bright, indirect light; direct sunlight can scorch its leaves. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, allowing the top layer to dry out between waterings, as it is susceptible to root rot. Use a well-draining, organic-rich potting mix. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to yellowing leaves and fungal issues.
How to save a dying Spider plant
- Warning signs
- Brown, dry tips, pale or yellowing leaves, stunted growth.
- First aid
- Check watering (moist, not soggy soil), move to bright indirect light, increase humidity.
- What kills it
- Overwatering (root rot), direct sun (leaf burn), or lack of humidity.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! They are very resilient. Act quickly at first signs and it will recover.