Spider Aralia

Spider Aralia Care

Plerandra Elegantissima

What is the plant

Spider Aralia is a popular and curious-looking houseplant — the color of its foliage progress from burgundy to a deep green shade with age. Caring for them will require adjusting the humidity levels, but otherwise, they aren't too pretentious.

Other common names for this plant, which originated in South Pacific, include False Aralia, Finger Aralia, and Threadleaf Aralia. It can be planted all year round. A Spider Aralia will keep you great company in a bathroom or a kitchen due to its humidity-loving nature.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

18°C - 25°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 12b

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Wait for the top few inches to dry out before watering. Keep in mind the drainage system, so the plant doesn't get waterlogged. The plant enjoys humidity but is prone to root rot as a result of overwatering.
Pruning
Hygienical removal of the dead or dried-out parts will be beneficial to the health of the plant. Use sharp, sterilized tools.
Fertilizer
No special requirements. Opt for a mild liquid solution during the growing phase every other week and stop when the cold comes.

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Spider Aralia

Plerandra Elegantissima

Plant Type: Shrubs, Houseplants

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Sunlight
Bright indirect light will work best. The mature leaves tend to get darker in brighter lighting conditions. The direct sun quickly causes sunburns, however. A spot with a few hours of the direct morning sun like an east-facing window should be the best option.
Soil
Spider Aralia likes moist but well-draining soil, having barely acidic to neutral soil pH. It does not do well in sponge-like potting media, so a peat-based mix is a great choice for it. Make sure to include some coarse material to improve the draining qualities.
Propagation
Propagate with stem cuttings in spring. Cut the ends in rooting hormone and keep them warm and moist until the roots form.

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Temperature
Provide a room temperature of 65-85°F (18-28°C). A Spider Aralia hates cold and cold drafts. Although this plant can handle brief drops in temperature to about 45°F (7˚C), prolonged cold temperatures below 60°F (15.5˚C) will cause the plant to drop leaves and someday die.
Container
No special requirements except for the proper draining qualities of the pot. Choose a pot with drainage holes and don’t forget a drainage layer on the bottom of the container.
Fun fact
It's a slow-growing plant but can reach a height up to 6 feet when mature.