Product Overview
Chlorophytum Comosum Green Orange. Native to the tropical regions of South Africa. An exotic looking cousin of the common spider plant.
The glossy leaves with flashes of orange towards the coloured stems give it its common name of Mandorin Plant or Fire Flash.
The Spider Plant, is probably one of the most recognised plants available. A family with various leaf colours and shapes. They generally all form graceful, arching plants that look best in a hanging basket or raised to show off their trailing foliage. Easy care and another highly recognised air purifying plant.
Another ideal plant for anyone who tends to neglect their plants. They can survive in a wide range of temperatures and light conditions. To thrive follow these basic tips.
As with most tropical jungle plants they prefer bright, indirect light. This gives the best growth and helps maintain colouration.
Easily adapts to lower light levels, so also perfect to brighten up a dull corner.
Water regularly while growing, April to September. Keep the compost evenly moist, but not soggy, they can dry slightly between watering.
Average room temperatures between 18-24c.
Warm, dry air will cause brown tips on the leaves, no real problem and can be removed with scissors.
Feed sparingly from May to September, once every 2 to 4 weeks, with a half strength general houseplant liquid fertiliser.
Minimum Temp: 10c
As with most tropical plants Chlorophytum will rest during the Winter.
While dormant it will require less water, probably only once every 2 weeks.
If the room is centrally heated, or becomes very hot in Summer, then will benefit from misting the leaves.
In the right conditions the Spider Plant will grow quite rapidly and will fill the pot with roots. Re-pot once the roots are visible or touching the side of the pot. Use only a slightly larger pot and good quality free draining compost.
Warnings: Non-toxic to pets or humans.
