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Chlorophytum 'variegatum' 8.5cm

Name: Chlorophytum 'variegatum' 8.5cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Chlorovarieg8.5cm
Price: 3.9 EUR
Availability: InStock

€3,90

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Indoor plant · Asparagaceae · Rosette with linear foliage

Chlorophytum comosum ‘Variegatum’

Fine lines with absolutely no need for a ruler

Family: Asparagaceae · Pot diameter: 8,5 cm · Height: approx. 15 cm

Asparagaceae
White margins
Arching rosette
Easy care
Non-toxic

Chlorophytum comosum ‘Variegatum’ forms a clean rosette of slender green blades with bright white margins that emphasise their length and elastic curve.

The small pot is ideal for a foreground layer, while the clump will gradually gain volume and may later produce stolons with plantlets.

What makes it distinctive

A crisp margin, long linear blade and balanced rosette create a classic form that never feels dull.

A white perimeter line

Bright edges frame the green centre and make every curve more visible.

A rosette opening radially

New leaves rise from the centre and spread into a balanced light dome.

A small beginning with room to grow

The 8.5 cm pot gives a compact presence that can develop into a dense clump with correct care.

Why you will love it: it brings clean linear movement into very little space and forgives small care variations better than many fine-leaved plants.

In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Place it on a bright sill without hot sun, a small shelf or the front row of a plant grouping. Deep green, blue or terracotta planters make the white margins look sharper.

Plant pairings

Plants that set it off

Pair it with broader or feathery textures so the stripes and arching rosette remain easy to read.

Peperomia obtusifolia — rounded glossy foliage that balances the fine stripes.
Goeppertia orbifolia — broad silver-green bands that echo the linear pattern calmly.
Nephrolepis exaltata — feathery texture that fills the background without hiding the clump's curve.

Care at a glance

Light

Bright to medium indirect light. Gentle morning sun is acceptable; hot midday sun is not.

Water

Water when the top 2–3 cm dries and do not keep the fleshy root system permanently saturated.

Atmosphere

Keep at 16–27°C with moderate humidity and protection from cold or hot, dry draughts.

Pets

Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, although chewing a large amount of plant material may still upset the stomach.

Selected for this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Calathea Premium Mix 5ltView product

Suitable nutritionOsmocote Exact Mini (3-4M) 500grView product

Detailed careComplete care guideLight, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail

Light for crisp stripes

Bright indirect light keeps the clump compact and stripes distinct. Deep shade thins growth, while intense sun easily scorches the fine leaf tips.

Water and fleshy roots

Water when the top 2–3 cm dries and drain fully. Thick roots store water, so brief dryness is safer than a permanently muddy mix.

Water quality and brown tips

If tap water is very hard, use filtered or rainwater occasionally. Brown tips may also come from salts, dry draughts or irregular watering.

Temperature and airflow

Keep ideally at 16–27°C with gentle air movement. Avoid cold glass, strong air conditioning and radiators that dry the fine blades abruptly.

Substrate and division

Use an airy mix that holds gentle moisture in a pot with drainage holes. Repot only when roots truly fill the container; a dense clump can then be divided.

Nutrition and repotting

Osmocote Exact Mini is a controlled-release feed designed for small pots. Apply it strictly at the label rate and do not combine it with frequent liquid feeding. If a new substrate is already enriched, wait until its initial nutrition has been used.

Botanical identityOrigin & taxonomic identityThe species, origin and cultivated selection

An accepted Asparagaceae species

Chlorophytum comosum is an accepted perennial species. ‘Variegatum’ is a cultivated selection retaining the species' botanical identity.

A broad African origin

Its native range extends from western tropical Africa to Cameroon and from Ethiopia to southern Africa, primarily in the seasonally dry tropical biome.

A name established in the nineteenth century

The combination Chlorophytum comosum was published in 1862. Older names remain synonyms, not different plants.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific details nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who likes to look beyond the surface

Thick roots store water

The root system forms fleshy swellings that act as reserves. This explains why brief dryness is tolerated better than permanent saturation.

Plantlets travel on stolons

Long flowering stems can form small rosettes. Once rooted, they become independent clonal plants.

It is a monocot

Parallel venation and linear blades reflect its position in Asparagales, not a close relationship with true grasses.

The arch is mechanical and functional

Long blades distribute their weight in a curve. A trailing posture is not wilting when tissue remains firm and lively.

Frequently asked questions

Practical answers about behaviour, common signs and correct care for this plant.

01 Why do the white edges turn brown?

Pale margins show salts, dry air or irregular watering first. Check water quality and rhythm before raising humidity or feeding.

02 When exactly should I water?

Water when the top 2–3 cm is dry and the pot feels lighter. Drain fully and leave no water standing in the outer pot.

03 Does it need a larger pot immediately?

No. Chlorophytum tolerates filling its container. Repot when roots occupy the volume and water runs through very quickly, not simply because the diameter is small.

04 What causes brown tips?

Hard water, salt accumulation, dry air or irregular watering can look alike. Stabilise one factor at a time and flush the mix periodically.

05 When can I separate the plantlets?

Once a plantlet has a small rosette and visible roots. Root it while still attached, or cut it free and place it in lightly moist, airy mix.

06 Is it safe for cats and dogs?

It is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Even so, ornamental plants are not food and chewing a large amount of plant material may still cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Chlorophytum 'variegatum' 8.5cm

Chlorophytum 'variegatum' 8.5cm

What makes it distinctive

A white perimeter line

A rosette opening radially

A small beginning with room to grow

Where it looks its best

Plants that set it off

Care at a glance

Light

Water

Atmosphere

Pets

Substrate & nutrition

Light for crisp stripes

Water and fleshy roots

Water quality and brown tips

Temperature and airflow

Substrate and division

Nutrition and repotting

An accepted Asparagaceae species

A broad African origin

A name established in the nineteenth century

Thick roots store water

Plantlets travel on stolons

It is a monocot

The arch is mechanical and functional

Frequently asked questions

Chlorophytum 'variegatum' 8.5cm — Care & Tips

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We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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