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Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'
(Airplane Plant, Variegated Spider Plant)

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 Interesting variegation in the  foliage of the Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' or Airplane Plant or Variegated Spider Plant

 

Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' 
(Airplane Plant, Variegated Spider Plant)

Family:  Liliaceae
Origin:  South, West Africa
Light:  Light shade
Height:  2"
Spread: 8"-14"   
Blooms:  Small, star-shaped, violet
Foliage:  Foot-long, variegated,  white with green margins
Soil:  Well-drained

Water:  Regular
Propagation:  Offsets, division
Uses:  Accent, hanging basket, borders, indoors
Comments:  Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' or Airplane Plant or Variegated 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

Violet blooms of the Variegated Spider Plant on long spike

 

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