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Chlorophytum capense (L.) Voss

Bracketplant · Asparagaceae

Also known as Anthericum elatum, Anthericum rouwenortii, Asphodelus capensis, Chlorophytum elatum and 2 more synonyms.

Chlorophytum capense, the bracketplant or Cape spider plant, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae.

AsparagaceaePerennial
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About Bracketplant

Chlorophytum capense, the bracketplant or Cape spider plant, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the eastern Cape Provinces of South Africa, and it has been introduced to Mexico, the Azores, Madeira, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. A rhizomatous perennial reaching 60 cm (24 in), it has found use as an ornamental, both in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is often confused with the common spider plant Chlorophytum comosum, but does not...

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Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.
Native rangeCape Provinces
ToxicityPets: Not documented · People: Not documented
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