Spider Plant: The best indoor plant in UK homes and offices
Add a Spider Plant and elevate your homes and office with minimal care and light.
Why to choose spider plant as indoor plant
Spider Plant is the one of UK’s most popular indoor plant with scientific name “Chlorophytum Comosum“. They are a beautiful addition to any home or office with their arching, long leaves and spider-like stems. These plants are not only beautiful, but also low-maintenance and hardy. Lets explore more about Spider Plant….
Aesthetic Appeal
Spider plant’s variegated leaves of green and white make it a stunning addition to any room. These plants add a fresh touch to any room. They also go well with classic or modern decor styles creating eco friendly environment.
Air Purifying Qualities
NASA’s Clean Air Study identified spider plants as the most effective air purifying plants. They remove harmful toxins such as carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and other toxin chemicals.
Low Care & Maintenance
Spider plants require very little care and maintenance but prefer indirect bright light. Once a week regular watering with well-draining soil helps to bring a vibrant touch to any indoor space.
Spider Plant Types
1. Chlorophytum Comosum ‘Vittatum’
Chlorophytum Comosum Vittatum is also known as spider plant. It has arching, green leaves with white stripes in the middle. It is low-maintenance, resilient and thrives with indirect light. It is known for its air purifying properties and produces spider-like offshoots that are ideal for propagation.
2. Chlorophytum Comosum ‘Variegatum’
Chlorophytum variegatum is a variegated Spider Plant. Its striking leaves make it stand out. The long, arched foliage has a green center with a creamy white border, which makes it easy to identify. Spider plants are low-maintenance and thrive in indirect light. They add elegance to rooms while purifying the air.
3. Chlorophytum Laxum
Chlorophytum laxum is a low-maintenance spider plant with vibrant green leaves trimmed in white or yellow stripes. It is native to tropical and subtropical areas. It thrives with indirect light and well drained soil. Chlorophytum Laxum is a great indoor plant because it purifies the air.
Common Spider Plant Problems
- Brown Tips. This is often caused by fluoride or overwatering. This can be resolved by switching to distilled or filtered water.
- Root Rot. Root rot can also be caused by overwatering. To keep your roots healthy, ensure proper drainage.
- Pests. Aphids and spider mites can occasionally invade the plant. The problem is usually resolved by wiping the leaves with soapy, warm water.
spider plant care
Spider plant is among the low care indoor plants. You don’t need to pay much attention in its care and maintenance.
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Spider Plant Propagation
1. Propagation by Spiderettes
The easiest and most effective way to propagate spider plants is by using spiderettes. Spiderettes are tiny baby plants that sprout from long stems of the spider plant. These mini-replicas are identical to the mother plant and have roots or nodes, making propagation easy. Place the spiderette into a container with water. Make sure the roots are submerged, but that the leaves remain above water level. The spiderettes are able to establish quickly in water or soil because they already have roots.
2. Propagation by Division
It is easy and efficient to propagate new spider plants by division. This technique involves breaking up the roots of a spider plant to create smaller sections. Each section will have its own leaves and roots. Remove the spider plant from the pot and gently shake off the excess soil. This will expose the roots. Divide the root ball using a clean, sharp knife or with your hands. Make sure each piece has healthy foliage and roots. Replant each section in a pot with fresh soil that drains well. Place in an area with indirect, bright light for best growth.