Spider Plant
Chlorophytum comosum
Arching leaves and plantlets, safe around pets.
Plant care guideCare guide
- 1Bright direct light
- 2Bright indirect light
- 3Medium light
- 4Low light
Watering requirements
Water every 7–10 days, letting the soil dry to the right level between waterings.
Sunlight requirements
Thrives in medium to bright indirect light. Not suited to intense, direct sun.
Humidity requirements
Normal room humidity will do. Keep it away from direct AC airflow.
Pet-friendly plant?
Yes, listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA.
Care level
Easy
Best setting
Indoor
About Spider Plant
Easy-care arching foliage that produces small plantlets on long stems — a safe choice where pets are around, and forgiving of irregular watering schedules.
Arching leaves and baby plantlets; tolerant of irregular watering.
Where it works best
- Desks & shelving
- Pet-friendly office spaces
How to care for Spider Plant
Sunlight
Grows well in medium to bright indirect light. Strong direct sun scorches the leaves, and very low light makes growth sparse.
Water
Water when the top 3–4 cm of soil is dry, roughly every 7–10 days. It tolerates the odd missed watering better than constantly wet soil.
Humidity & temperature
Comfortable in normal indoor conditions at 18–32°C. Keep it away from cold AC drafts.
Soil & feeding
Use a light, well-draining potting mix. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every 4–6 weeks while growing.
Pruning
Trim yellow or leggy growth to keep the plant tidy.
Propagation
Take stem or leaf cuttings, or separate offsets, and root them in water or moist mix during the warm season.
Common problems
- Symptom
Brown leaf tips
CauseFluoride and salts in tap water, or dry air — use filtered water.
- Symptom
Pale, faded stripes
CauseToo much direct sun.
- Symptom
No baby plantlets
CauseNot enough light, or the plant is still young.
Frequently asked questions
What are the baby plants on long stems?
These plantlets can be pinned into a pot of moist soil while still attached, or cut off and rooted in water.
Why are the tips turning brown?
Spider plants are sensitive to salts and fluoride in tap water. Filtered or settled water usually fixes it.
Is it safe for pets and children?
The ASPCA lists this plant as non-toxic to cats and dogs (checked October 2026). Even so, discourage chewing, as any plant can cause mild stomach upset if eaten in quantity.
Care guidance is general advice for Indian indoor and outdoor conditions. For plants in a Bonita maintenance programme, our team looks after watering and feeding for you.
