Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macrorrhizum
ID:
764128

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poelln.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Portugaliae Acta Biol., Sér. B, Sist. 1: 358 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763461



Common Names

  • Large-Root Spider Plant
  • Large-Root Ribbon Plant
  • Large-Root Airplane Plant


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Description

Chlorophytum macrorrhizum (also called Macrorrhizum Spider Plant, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with long, narrow, pointed leaves. It is native to India and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chlorophytum macrorrhizum 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 macrorrhizum 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 macrorrhizum

Chlorophytum macrorrhizum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in countries such as Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Chlorophytum macrorrhizum FAQ

What is the best soil for Chlorophytum macrorrhizum?

Chlorophytum macrorrhizum prefers a well-draining, light potting mix with a neutral pH.

How much light does Chlorophytum macrorrhizum need?

Chlorophytum macrorrhizum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Chlorophytum macrorrhizum?

Water Chlorophytum macrorrhizum 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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