Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laxum
ID:
764098

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 277 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763431



Common Names

  • Chlorophytum Laxum
  • Laxum Spider Plant
  • Laxum Spiderette


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Description

Chlorophytum laxum (also called African Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It has long, narrow leaves with a white stripe down the middle and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorophytum laxum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chlorophytum laxum has white flowers with yellow throats, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorophytum laxum is a tropical perennial herb that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but not too much, and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is also important to provide good drainage.

Where to Find Chlorophytum laxum

Chlorophytum laxum is native to India.

Chlorophytum laxum FAQ

What type of soil is best for Chlorophytum laxum?

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

How much light does Chlorophytum laxum need?

Chlorophytum laxum prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Chlorophytum laxum be watered?

Chlorophytum laxum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302388: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.