Spider Plants (Chlorophytum comosum)
Spider Plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are among the most beloved, resilient indoor botanicals in cultivation. Known for cascading ribbon foliage and aerial runners bearing miniature offshoots ("spiderettes"), ASPCA lists Chlorophytum comosum as non-toxic to cats and dogs and thrive in bright to moderate indirect light.
Spider plants possess thick, tuberous white storage roots capable of retaining significant water reserves. They readily produce stolons (long runners) that flower with small white blossoms before developing self-rooting plantlets.
Stocked Spider Plant Cultivars & Species
Explore foliage form, light benchmarks, and growth habits across our collection.
| Cultivar / Trade Name | Botanical Species | Foliage Characteristics | Light Preference | Growth Habit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonnie (Curly Spider) | Chlorophytum comosum 'Bonnie' | Playful curling and swirling ribbon leaves with bright cream central striping | Bright indirect light | Compact Clumping |
| Reverse Spider | Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' | Deep emerald green centers bordered by clean crisp white margins | Medium to bright indirect | Arching Cascade |
| Solid Green Spider | Chlorophytum comosum | Solid lush jade-green arching foliage with highest low-light tolerance | Low to bright indirect | Arching Cascade |
Spider Plant Care at a Glance
Bright indirect light (200–700 fc) is optimal. Tolerates low-to-medium filtered light gracefully.
Water thoroughly when upper 50% of mix is dry. Flush with filtered water if leaf tips show fluoride sensitivity.
Standard well-aerated houseplant mix: 60% potting soil, 30% perlite, 10% worm castings.
40%–65% RH. Very tolerant of normal dry indoor home heating.
Currently Stocked Spider Plant Varieties
Spider Plant 'Reverse' (Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum')
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'
ASPCA Non-Toxic Listing
ASPCA lists Chlorophytum comosum as non-toxic to dogs and cats. PALMA still recommends discouraging pets from chewing houseplants.
Scientific Calculators & Triage Lab
Calculate precise condition-based watering intervals, custom soil formulations, and diagnose yellowing leaf symptoms with our 10 interactive plant science algorithms.