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Lovely green foliage of the Chlorophytum comosum or Airplane Plant or
Ribbon Plant or Spider Plant |
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Chlorophytum comosum
(Airplane Plant, Ribbon Plant, Spider Plant) |
Family: Liliaceae
Origin: Coastal areas of South Africa
Light: Light shade
Height: 18-24"
Spread: 12-15"
Blooms: Small, star-shaped, white
Foliage: Foot-long,
green
Soil: Well-drained
Water: Keep moist
Propagation: Offsets, division
Uses: Accent, hanging basket, borders, indoors
Comments: Chlorophytum comosum or Airplane Plant or Ribbon Plant
or Spider Plant is a carefree,
self-propagating tropical perennial with a cascading habit. The
plantlets or offsets that it produces are called 'spiders' and they also
look like airplane propellers. Makes a great indoor air filter
plant. Protect from frost.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
