Spider Plants are also known for their ability to absorb dangerous chemicals from the air, perfect for the stuffy interiors of dorm life. Plants with variegated leaves require brighter light conditions to maintain the variegation. This plant prefers well-lit, indirect sunlight. It can be hung near a window or placed on a table close by. Thrives in average room temperatures but should not go below 45 F in winter.
Mist leaves during the summer months to boost the humidity levels.
Reduce watering during winter. One of the easiest houseplants to propagate as it basically does the job for you by producing mini versions of itself that are formed on long stems which emerge from the center of the plant. Spider plants can be easily propagated by division. The most common cause is high concentrations of chlorine and fluoride in tap water. This can be prevented by watering with rain or distilled water.