Variegated Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'): Arching Green-and-White Ribbons

Variegated spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'), also called airplane plant, is a classic, easy-care houseplant with arching, linear leaves striped lengthwise with creamy white. It produces long, wiry stems bearing small white flowers and plantlets ("spiderettes") that root easily.

Features

Forms a fountain-like clump 12–18 inches tall. The plantlets can be left to cascade or removed for propagation. Excellent air purifier (NASA study). Very tolerant of neglect.

Culture

Bright, indirect light; well-drained soil. Water when top inch dries. Tolerates low light. Fertilize monthly in spring/summer. Minimum temperature 45°F. Easy to share via plantlets.

Taxonomy

• Family: Liliaceae (Asparagaceae)
• Genus: Chlorophytum
• Species: comosum
• Cultivar: 'Variegatum'