Overview

Chlorophytum alismifolium is a clump forming houseplants in the genus Chlorophytum, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Chlorophytum alismifolium grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Chlorophytum alismifolium is an evergreen, clump-forming cultivar of the Chlorophytum genus, which comprises rhizomatous perennials with narrow, linear or lanceolate leaves. This houseplant thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil of any pH. Suitable for growing in conservatories or greenhouses, it benefits from watering during establishment and can be propagated by seed, division, or root plantlets. It is hardy to UK zone H2 and is of particular interest during the winter season.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Chlorophytum

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H2

Plant details

Chlorophytum alismifolium size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Houseplants, Conservatory Greenhouse

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Chlorophytum alismifolium

Propagation

Seed, division, root plantlets

Pest resistance

Scale insects

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions