Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
parvulum
ID:
764192

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Pl. Nov. Aethiop. : 4 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763525



Common Names

  • Small Spider Plant
  • Small Ribbon Plant
  • Small Airplane Plant


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Description

Chlorophytum parvulum (also called Dwarf Spider Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has small, narrow leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorophytum parvulum 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 parvulum 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 parvulum is a small, evergreen perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the root ball. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Chlorophytum parvulum

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

Chlorophytum parvulum FAQ

What is the best soil for Chlorophytum parvulum?

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

How much light does Chlorophytum parvulum need?

Chlorophytum parvulum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Chlorophytum parvulum?

Water Chlorophytum parvulum 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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