Starlight Spider Plant

$6.99
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A striking twist on the classic spider plant, ‘Starlight’ features elegant arching leaves brushed with creamy white and soft green striping that seems to glow in the light. Its slightly broader foliage gives the plant a fuller, more graceful look, creating a fountain-like mound of bright, starry foliage. Delicate stems may produce small white blooms followed by baby plantlets, adding extra charm and movement to this eye-catching houseplant.

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Details & Plant Care

Difficulty:

Easy

Water:

Moderate Watering

Humidity:

40% - 60%

Pet Friendly:

Non-Toxic To Cats & Dogs

Light:

Bright Indirect Light

Plant Information

Common Names:

Airplane Plant, Ribbon Plant, Spider Ivy, & Hen And Chickens

Scientific Name:

Chlorophytum saundersiae 'Starlight'

Country Of Origin

Southern Africa

Growth Rate:

Fast

Soil Type:

Spider plants prefer loose, well-draining, and slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0–7.0). A high-quality, aerated potting mix containing peat moss, pine bark, or coco coir is ideal to prevent root rot, while added perlite or sand ensures proper drainage.

Fertilize:

Bi Weekly

Remember to only fertilize during their active growing season.

Care Guide

Common Pests

Spider Mites

Spider Mites

What To Look For: Very fine webbing under leaves or between stems and leaves (especially in dry indoor air). Leaves may appear stippled (tiny yellow or white dots) or dusty; they may turn yellow, brown or drop. When you tap a leaf onto white paper, you might see tiny moving specks. (Often too small to see easily)

How To Treat: Increase humidity around the plant (since mites thrive in dry air). Spray plant thoroughly (both sides of leaves) with insecticidal soap or a miticide/plant-safe oil; repeat every few days. In heavy infestations, consider removing severely affected sections; isolate the plant.

Mealybugs

Mealybugs

What To Look For: White, cottony or waxy masses on stems, leaf axils, underside of leaves. Sticky honeydew, sooty mold growth, yellowing or dropping leaves.

How To Treat: Use a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol to dab and remove visible bugs. Wash leaves and stems with gentle soapy water. In heavy infestations, consider removing very affected stems/leaves or, in the worst case, replacing the plant.

Scale Insects

Scale Insects

What To Look For: Small oval or round bumps on stems or leaves; they may look like part of the plant. Sticky residue/honeydew, sooty mold. Yellowing leaves, leaf drop, and decline in plant vigour.

How To Treat: Physically scrape or wipe off scale insects when you see them; use your fingernail or a soft brush. Use horticultural/plant-safe oils or insecticidal soap when the crawler stage is active. Re-inspect regularly because scale eggs and crawlers can hide under shells.

Aphids

Aphids

What To Look For: Small soft-bodied insects (green, yellow, black or orange) usually congregating on new growth, stems or leaf undersides. Sticky residue (“honeydew”) on leaves or nearby surfaces, sometimes with sooty mold developing on it. Distorted or curling leaves, wilting, slow growth.

How To Treat: Isolate the infested plant to prevent spread. Blast with water to dislodge many adults, especially on newer growth. Use insecticidal soap, making sure to cover the leaf underside and new growth. Repeat treatments every 7 days or so until no new signs appear. (Since they reproduce quickly)