Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum' (Variegated Spider Plant)
- Regular price
-
€11,95 - Regular price
-
- Sale price
-
€11,95
Couldn't load pickup availability
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do the leaves of my spider plant have brown tips? Brown tips almost always indicate water that is too hard or air that is too dry — switch to filtered or rested water (left to sit for 24 hours) and occasionally mist the foliage.
Can the spider plant live in a low-light room? It tolerates partial shade better than most variegated plants, but its green and white variegation gradually fades — bright indirect light is needed to keep the stripes sharp and contrasting.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
🌿 Green and white ribbon foliage • 🌀 Airy trailing habit • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🐾 Non-toxic • 🏙️ 3 sizes available
Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum', also known as the Variegated Spider Plant, originates from South Africa. Its long, soft green leaves edged with creamy white cascade lightly and airily, creating a very decorative natural movement. Its stolons — long thin stems bearing plantlets — give the plant its characteristic spider-like silhouette. It is suitable for homes with pets, included in our selection of pet-safe indoor plants.
One of the easiest plants for city dwellers — resilient, quick to multiply, and adaptable to many locations.
Exposure & Location
Chlorophytum prefers bright indirect light but tolerates partial shade better than most variegated plants. The brighter the light, the sharper and more contrasted the white stripes become — in too dark a spot, the foliage loses its variegation and turns uniformly green. The balance of light and humidity is especially important to maintain the vibrancy of the variegation.
- Exposure: bright indirect light to partial shade — avoid direct sun which burns the delicate leaves.
- Location: shelf, high furniture, hanging spot, or bright windowsill.
- Temperature: 15–27 °C, no cold drafts.
- Humidity: tolerates dry indoor air but appreciates occasional gentle misting.
When hanging, the stolons trail freely and the characteristic spider silhouette fully reveals itself — this is the ideal spot to enjoy the full dynamic of this plant.
Watering & Care
Chlorophytum 'Variegatum' is very tolerant of missed waterings — its fleshy roots store water allowing it to endure dry periods without damage. Keep the substrate slightly moist but not soggy. Our guide on watering indoor plants explains how to adjust frequency by season.
- Frequency: once a week in summer, every 2 weeks in winter.
- Water: prefer non-calcareous or rested water — lime causes brown tips.
- Care: remove dry leaves at the base and cut stolons if you want to limit spreading.
- Propagation: take a shoot with roots and plant it directly in fresh substrate — as simple as described in our guide on plant propagation.
Brown leaf tips almost always indicate air that is too dry or water that is too calcareous — increase ambient humidity and switch to filtered or rested water.
Decor Ideas & Plant Combinations
The trailing green and white ribbon foliage of Chlorophytum creates a natural and airy movement that enlivens plant arrangements. Its lightness fits well in both contemporary and Bohemian interiors.
- Hanging, place it in the white hanging pot Ø17 cm — the neutral white pot highlights the green and white ribbons of the trailing foliage, creating a light and bright composition for a kitchen or living room.
- On a high shelf, set it in the white relief decorative pot Ø13.5 cm — the pot’s textured relief contrasts with the linear, trailing foliage for a graphic and natural ensemble.
- For a hanging duo arrangement, pair it with an Epipremnum Golden Pothos — the heart-shaped green and yellow foliage of the Pothos contrasts with the variegated ribbons of the Chlorophytum for a very dynamic two-plant hanging display.
- For a plant shelf, combine it with a Syngonium Maria — the pink and copper tones of the Syngonium warm the green and white of the Chlorophytum, two complementary silhouettes in a soft tropical style.
Verdeia Tips
- Propagate easily by stolons: take a shoot already bearing roots at the end of a stolon and plant it directly in a small moist pot — it roots in a few weeks without any special treatment.
- Use non-calcareous water: brown tips are almost always caused by lime or dry air — switch to filtered or rested water 24h before watering to keep foliage intact.
- Repot as soon as roots overflow: Chlorophytum grows fast and has large fleshy roots — repot every 2 years in spring using a well-draining universal substrate with clay pebbles at the bottom.
Technical Specifications
- Botanical name: Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum'
- Common name: Variegated Spider Plant
- Origin: South Africa
- Available size 1: H25 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
- Available size 2: H55 cm | Pot Ø14 cm (hanging pot included)
- Available size 3: H30 cm | Pot Ø17 cm
- Exposure: bright indirect light to partial shade
- Watering: moderate — substrate slightly moist
- Growth: fast
- Care: very easy
- Toxicity to pets: non-toxic
- Decor style: Urban jungle / Bohemian / Retro-chic
Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. Foliage density and variegation intensity naturally vary depending on light and season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
Our Verdeia commitments
FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.