Three small potted green plants in white ceramic pots arranged on a light wood surface against a warm beige background.

Spider Plant

One of the most beloved and adaptable houseplants you can grow. Spider Plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are hardy, air-purifying, and endlessly charming — from the classic variegated form with cascading babies to the whimsical curls of 'Bonnie' and the striking neon orange stems of the rare 'Fire Flash' Mandarin Plant.

🌿 Fun Fact: Spider Plants are one of the few houseplants that NASA's Clean Air Study specifically highlighted for their ability to remove carbon monoxide and formaldehyde from indoor air. They're also one of the fastest-propagating houseplants on the planet — a single mature plant can produce dozens of "spiderettes" (babies) per year, which is why they've been passed down through generations as living heirlooms.

  • Air-purifying — naturally filters indoor air toxins including CO and formaldehyde
  • Pet-friendly — non-toxic to cats and dogs
  • Easy to propagate — produces cascading 'babies' freely that root in water in days
  • Nearly indestructible — tolerates low light, irregular watering, and neglect
  • Greenhouse-fresh — every plant shipped directly from our nursery partners

Care at a Glance

  • Light: Low to bright indirect light — variegated varieties prefer more light to maintain their stripes
  • Water: Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings; very forgiving of missed waterings
  • Humidity: Average household humidity is fine; tolerates dry air better than most tropicals
  • Temperature: 60–80°F; keep away from frost and temperatures below 50°F

💡 Pro Tip: Brown leaf tips on Spider Plants are almost always caused by fluoride or chlorine in tap water. Switch to filtered or distilled water and you'll see a dramatic improvement. If you can't, let tap water sit out overnight before watering — it allows chlorine to off-gas.

Every plant ships with our Arrive Alive Guarantee and free shipping nationwide.

📚 Read our Spider Plant Care Guide — light, watering, troubleshooting, and everything you need to keep your Spider Plant thriving.

✂️ How to Propagate Spider Plants — learn how to root spiderettes and multiply your collection for free.

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