Cast Iron Plant vs Spider Plant
Side-by-side comparison.
| Cast Iron Plant | Spider Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Light | Low to bright indirect light (tolerates low light) | Bright indirect light |
| Water | Water when top inch of soil is dry, typically every 1-2 weeks | When top 2 in dry, ~weekly |
| Humidity | 40-50% (average household) | 40-60% |
| Mature size | 2-3 ft tall indoors | 1-2 ft tall, leaves up to 18 in |
| Pet-safe? | Yes (non-toxic to cats and dogs) | Yes |