Is Chlorophytum a shade or sun-loving plant?

Does Chlorophytum comosum prefer shade or sun?

Chlorophytum comosum, also known as heart-leaf sunflower, is a sun-loving flower plant. The plant will grow better and bloom more in an environment with sufficient light. If it is in a shady environment for a long time, the plant will grow poorly.

Chlorophytum comosum basking in the sun

Chlorophytum comosum has high requirements for light. If you want it to bloom better, you need to give it sufficient light. In spring, autumn and winter, you need to give it at least 6 hours of light time, and avoid the strong light in summer in time.

Chlorophytum comosum can be exposed to the sun. If there is insufficient light, it will easily lead to a loose plant shape and reduced flowering. However, it is also afraid of direct sunlight, so the plant needs to be properly shaded in summer.

Growth habits of Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum prefers a warm, dry and softly lit growing environment. The daily sunshine should be around 50-70%. The most suitable growth temperature is 15-20℃. It avoids direct sunlight, high temperature and humid environment.

Chlorophytum comosum is native to South Africa. It prefers a well-ventilated and non-stuffy environment. If it is to be cared for at home, it is best to place it on a south-facing balcony so that the plant can get more sunlight and it can bloom more and better.