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    • Photo of Chlorophytum comosum flower by Avant Gardens

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    Chlorophytum comosum

    Also Known As

    • Spider Plant

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 3'
    • W: 5'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Chlorophytum comosum plant details

    Chlorophytum comosum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Chlorophytum comosum

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asparagaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
    Mature size: 5 FT wide, 3 FT tall
    Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
    Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Chlorophytum comosum

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Full Sun to Light Shade. Indoor/ Outdoor (Patio). White Flowers.

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Did you know this is the botanical name for Spider Plant? Easy and fun variegated white and green striped foliage will cascade from shady planters and baskets or can even be used as a quick cover for shady beds.

    By: Avant Gardens

    Gardening facts about Chlorophytum comosum plant

    How to Grow Chlorophytum comosum

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • white
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • grassy

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