How to grow and care for Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum', Spider Plant, Ribbon Plant
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Medium
16C° ~24C°
Every 14 days
Growth Observation wiki
seedling
water
How to water Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'
How often should I water?
check Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' Every 14 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
Light & Location
How much light does a Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' need?
Medium
Grow light
Low
Light preference
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' likes Medium, Low, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
500 ~ 2K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
500
2K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~38℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
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When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Time to plant | Spring, Summer, Fall |
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