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Spider Plant
الكلوروفيتم (نبات العنكبوت) · Chlorophytum comosum
An easy indoor plant with striped ribbon leaves that makes small hanging baby plants.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | الكلوروفيتم (نبات العنكبوت) |
|---|---|
| English name | Spider Plant |
| Scientific name | Chlorophytum comosum |
| Family | Asparagus family (Asparagaceae) |
| Plant type | Indoor plant |
| Height | 20 to 40 cm |
| Water use | Low |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
March to May
Harvest
Not harvested
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A rosette of thin green leaves with white stripes, and hanging stems with baby plants.
Where it grows
Kept inside homes and offices in all regions.
Soil
A light, well-drained potting mix.
Water and irrigation
Moderate watering.
Climate and light
Likes bright indirect light.
Propagation
From the hanging baby plants.
Benefits and uses
- Very easy
- Safe for pets
- Cleans the air
Drawbacks
- Leaf tips burn with salty water
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources: