SPECIMEN NO. #12 🟢 PET SAFE Family: Asparagaceae

Chlorophytum comosum

Common Name: Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum (Spider Plant) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats? NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:

Non-toxic. Safe for dogs and cats.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Medium to Bright
Minimum Light Requirement 1000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 4000 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope 10°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 50% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 2774846
Native Biogeographical Range East Africa; Galápagos Islands; INTRODUCED; North America; Tristan da Cunha
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