Chlorophytum viridescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viridescens
ID:
764343
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , C: 140 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763676
Common Names
- Chlorophytum viridescens
- Green Spider Plant
- Green Chlorophytum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chlorophytum viridescens (also called Green Spider Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chlorophytum viridescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chlorophytum viridescens has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seeds are small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chlorophytum viridescens can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate standing water.
Where to Find Chlorophytum viridescens
Chlorophytum viridescens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Chlorophytum viridescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum viridescens?
Chlorophytum viridescens
What are the common names of Chlorophytum viridescens?
Common names include African Violet, Spider Plant, Ribbon Plant, and Hen and Chickens.
What are the care requirements for Chlorophytum viridescens?
Chlorophytum viridescens requires bright, indirect light and regular watering. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
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-302609: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.