Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
decipiens
ID:
763971

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 20: 275 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763304



Common Names

  • Spider Plant
  • Ribbon Plant
  • Airplane Plant


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Description

Chlorophytum decipiens (also called Decipiens Chlorophytum, Decipiens Spider Plant, and Decipiens Airplane Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in wet meadows and along stream banks. It produces a cluster of white flowers in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorophytum decipiens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chlorophytum decipiens is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorophytum decipiens can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It can be cultivated in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

Where to Find Chlorophytum decipiens

Chlorophytum decipiens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Chlorophytum decipiens FAQ

What type of soil is best for Chlorophytum decipiens?

Chlorophytum decipiens prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic to neutral.

How much light does Chlorophytum decipiens need?

Chlorophytum decipiens prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Chlorophytum decipiens be watered?

Chlorophytum decipiens should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Chlorophytum genus

Chlorophytum angustissimum, Chlorophytum hirsutum, Chlorophytum occultum, Chlorophytum acutum, Chlorophytum affine, Chlorophytum africanum, Chlorophytum alismifolium, Chlorophytum alpinum, Chlorophytum altum, Chlorophytum anceps, Chlorophytum andongense, Chlorophytum angulicaule, Chlorophytum angustiracemosum, Chlorophytum ankarense, Chlorophytum appendiculatum, Chlorophytum applanatum, Chlorophytum arcuatoramosum, Chlorophytum aridum, Chlorophytum arundinaceum, Chlorophytum basitrichum, Chlorophytum baturense, Chlorophytum benuense, Chlorophytum bharuchae, Chlorophytum bifolium, Chlorophytum blepharophyllum, Chlorophytum borivilianum, Chlorophytum bowkeri, Chlorophytum brachystachyum, Chlorophytum bracteatum, Chlorophytum brevipedunculatum, Chlorophytum breviscapum, Chlorophytum calyptrocarpum, Chlorophytum cameronii, Chlorophytum camporum, Chlorophytum capense, Chlorophytum caudatibracteatum, Chlorophytum caulescens, Chlorophytum chariense, Chlorophytum chevalieri, Chlorophytum chinense, Chlorophytum chloranthum, Chlorophytum collinum, Chlorophytum colubrinum, Chlorophytum comosum, Chlorophytum cooperi, Chlorophytum cordifolium, Chlorophytum crassinerve, Chlorophytum crispum, Chlorophytum cyperaceum, Chlorophytum dalzielii,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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