Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
modestum
ID:
764154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 15: 329 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763487



Common Names

  • Modest Spider Plant
  • Modest Ribbon Plant
  • Modest Airplane Plant


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Description

Chlorophytum modestum (also called Modest 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 modestum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to purify air and reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chlorophytum modestum has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorophytum modestum is a low-growing, spreading, evergreen perennial with long, slender, arching stems and small, lance-shaped, bright green leaves. It is easy to grow and propagate from stem cuttings. Take stem cuttings in spring or summer and root them in moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings are established.

Where to Find Chlorophytum modestum

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

Chlorophytum modestum FAQ

What is the best soil for Chlorophytum modestum?

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

How much light does Chlorophytum modestum need?

Chlorophytum modestum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Chlorophytum modestum?

Water Chlorophytum modestum 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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