Chlorophytum Variegatum 12cm H25cm

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Meet the Spider Plant—the ultimate retro-cool roommate that’s practically unkillable. With her fountain of arching, green-and-white striped leaves and adorable "spiderette" babies dangling on long stems, she’s a total 70s icon. She’s the perfect choice for beginners who want a plant that gives back as much as she gets!

The Formal Name: Chlorophytum comosum ‘Variegatum’
The Nickname: Ribbon Plant / Airplane Plant
Roots: A hardy survivor originating from the coastal regions of South Africa.
Natural Vibe: Tucking into rocky crevices and forest floors in subtropical climates.

Care Guide

Care Guide:

Sunlight: She loves bright, indirect light but is famously chill with lower light levels too.

Best Room: A hanging basket in the kitchen or bathroom.

Snacks: A weak liquid feed once a month during spring and summer.

Tropical Feels: Not fussy! She handles average home humidity like a pro.

Cosy Factor: Happy between 13–27°C. She can handle a bit of a chill!

Thirst: Water when the top half of the soil is dry. She’s drought-tolerant!

Safety First: Non-toxic – completely safe for your cats, dogs, and kiddos.

The Bedding: Any well-draining, multi-purpose potting mix.

Family Tree: Incredible easy to propagate—just snip off the babies and pop them in water!

Space Needs: Reaches about 30–60 cm in height and width.

Speed: A fast and enthusiastic grower.

Uninvited Guests: Generally pest-resistant, but watch for brown tips from tap water chemicals.

Moving Day: Repot every 1–2 years; she has thick, fleshy roots that grow fast.

Haircut: Snip off any brown tips or older leaves to keep her looking fresh.

Fresh Air: A world-class air purifier, famous for removing toxins like formaldehyde.

Plant Lore: Her many "babies" are said to symbolise fertility and family abundance.

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