Weeping Anthericum
Chlorophytum saundersiae · Asparagaceae
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The gardener's calendar
Ideal time to plant weeping anthericum: set it out when the soil is neither frozen nor waterlogged, and water generously as it establishes.
ID card
- Foliage
- Evergreen, light green to tender green
- Flowering
- Spring-summer, discreet white flowers
- Adult size
- 40 cm in height, compact and bushy habit
- Growth
- Fast and easy
- Hardiness
- Indoor plant, sensitive to cold (min. 10 °C)
- Origin
- South Africa
- Soil type
- Well-draining, light potting mix
✓ Taxonomy verifiedSource: AI estimate · hardiness: reliability medium.
Expert tips
The key tip
Grow Chlorophytum saundersiae in a well-draining pot in dappled semi-shade with light substrate (potting mix + perlite). Water moderately in summer, very little in winter.
The common mistake
Growing it too shaded with excessive winter watering—leaves turn yellow and roots rot.
The pro's trick
Repot every 2 years in spring and divide the small rosettes: each division takes off quickly if drainage is good.
Care
Moderate and regular watering
Water once or twice weekly during the growing season, allowing the substrate to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Use room temperature water and avoid hard water. Excess moisture can promote root rot.
Filtered light, ideal in partial shade
Place your chlorophytum in indirect light or partial shade, away from direct sun rays which can burn the foliage. A spot near a window without direct sunlight works perfectly. This plant tolerates poorly lit indoor environments well.
Light and well-draining substrate
Use a mix of universal potting soil enriched with perlite or sand to ensure good drainage. Overly compact soil risks retaining water and causing root problems. Repot every 18 to 24 months in spring.
Moderate fertilization during the season
Apply diluted fertilizer once a month during the growing period (April to September). Use a balanced or lightly dosed fertilizer. Stop fertilizing in autumn and winter.
Light pruning and removal of runners
Regularly remove dry or damaged leaves at the base to encourage branching. This plant naturally produces offshoots and stolons which you can remove or harvest to propagate the plant. Light pruning helps maintain a compact and dense shape.
Vigilance against common pests
Regularly inspect the underside of leaves to detect spider mites and scale insects, which are common in dry indoor environments. Excess moisture can promote rot or fungi. Maintain good air circulation around the plant and inspect it during watering.
Did you know?
Chlorophytum saundersiae, like its cousins in the genus, is renowned for its ability to purify indoor air by absorbing various toxins. Its name 'Chlorophytum' literally means 'green plant' in Greek, reflecting its generous nature of dense and luminous foliage.
Where to buy it
Plant in spring or early autumn, avoiding spells of intense heat. Pick a plant with healthy foliage and roots that are not exposed. Best time: March, April, May, September.
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