Spider plants have been popular houseplants for many years thanks to their beautiful, falling leaves. There are solid green spider plants as well as varieties with variegated leaves. These beautiful bright green flowers add new color and texture to displays inside.
If you’re considering adding a solid green spider plant to your home or office it helps to learn about the different cultivars available. This guide dives into the key varieties of non-variegated spider plants to help you pick the perfect one.
Overview of Solid Green Spider Plants
The spider plant, scientifically known as Chlorophytum comosum, is native to tropical and southern Africa. Solid green spider plants lack the white or yellow stripes found on variegated varieties. Their leaves are a rich, uniform green.
Solid green spider plants occur naturally when variegated plants revert back to the wild type. While less common than variegated varieties, they offer unique visual interest and often grow more vigorously.
Popular Solid Green Spider Plant Cultivars
Many cultivars of solid green spider plants exist. Here are some of the most popular:
Solid Green
- The original wild spider plant, lacks any variegation
- Features long, arching dark green leaves from a central base
- Grows 18-24 inches tall and spreads 12-18 inches wide
- Trailing form great for hanging baskets
Green Emerald
- Non-variegated with deep green leaves up to 20 inches long
- Bushy, dense growth habit stays compact at 12 inches tall
- Freely produces runners and plantlets from the base
- Perfect for tabletops and mixed containers
Green Jade
- Broad, strappy green leaves reach 15 inches long
- Grows to 18 inches tall and spreads 24 inches wide
- Foliage is slightly thicker than other spider plant varieties
- Cascades gracefully from hanging planters
Green Apple
- Vibrant apple-green leaves stand upright instead of arching
- Matures at 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide
- Leaves are unique shade of bright green
- Does well in pots or trailing over shelves
Green Avenue
- Features very wide, deep green leaves up to 6 inches across
- Compact at 8-12 inches tall but spreads to 20 inches wide
- Ruffled, rippled leaf edges add great texture
- Provides fullness and volume in containers
Other Solid Green Spider Plant Varieties
Along with these popular types, you may also find:
- Solid White – Deep green leaves with white flowers, 24 inches tall
- Green Waltz – Narrow leaves with ruffled edges, compact at 8 inches
- Green Wave – Vigorous growth with gently arching leaves
- Green Genie – Thick leaves, does well in low light conditions
- Green Shamrock – Rare all-green version without variegation
- Green Ice – White leaf edges on wide green leaves
Choosing Your Solid Green Spider Plant
With so many solid green spider plant varieties available, keep these tips in mind when selecting one for your indoor garden:
- Consider the size and shape of the leaves and overall plant dimensions
- Look for compact cultivars if growing on tabletops or shelves
- Choose vigorous trailing types for hanging planters and baskets
- Select plants with proper lighting needs for your conditions
- Decide if you want partial variegation vs completely solid leaves
Talk to a local nursery about your options to find the best spider plant for your space and setup.
Caring for Solid Green Spider Plants
Caring for solid green spider plants is simple when you meet a few basic needs:
- Provide brightly lit location away from direct sun
- Water when top inch of soil dries out, taking care not to overwater
- Use well-draining potting mix and containers with drainage holes
- Occasionally mist leaves to boost humidity around 50%
- Fertilize monthly in spring and summer with diluted houseplant food
- Repot every 2-3 years in spring, moving to a slightly larger pot
- Prune back overgrown runners and long foliage as needed
- Monitor for pests like spider mites, mealybugs, aphids
These plants are easy to take care of and will stay lush and healthy for years. As your solid green spider plant grows up, enjoy their beautiful spiderettes that hang down.
The Appeal of Solid Green Spider Plants
Beyond their graceful cascading foliage, solid green spider plants offer many benefits:
- Their uniform green color provides a clean, modern look
- They add lush texture without bold variegation
- Great for themed decor using all green and white plants
- Tend to grow faster and more vigorously than variegated varieties
- Offer a closer look at the wild spider plant’s natural form
- Still have excellent air purifying abilities
If you want a stylish houseplant that doesn’t need much care, add one of these solid green beauties to your indoor garden. You can be sure to find the right plant for your space because there are so many interesting cultivars to pick from.
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FAQ
Are there solid green spider plants?
Spider plant leaves may be solid green or variegated with lengthwise stripes of white or yellow.
Is an all-green spider plant rare?
This rare green variety has not available commercially since the 70’s. Strange, glossy, deep green leaves grow in an arching fashion that looks like something from a long time ago.
What is the difference between spider plant and Chlorophytum?
Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant (a name it shares with Dracaena sanderiana), and hen and chickens, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae.
How do you propagate a solid green spider plant?
How to Propagate a Spider Plant in WaterUsing clean, sterile pruning shears, cut the plantlet from the stem. Take off the plantlet’s leaves that might be sitting in water so they don’t rot. Fill the container with water and place the plantlet inside. Place the vase or container in bright, indirect sunlight.