Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away to prevent waterlogging, which this plant dislikes.
Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in winter to mimic natural arid conditions.
Arachnitis uniflora, a unique flowering plant, exhibits delicate, star-shaped white to pinkish flowers on slender stems, blooming solitarily and attracting pollinators.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun
100% intensity
Thrives in bright, direct sunlight for at least six hours a day.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
50% intensity
Prefers to dry out slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to warm
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures during growth and can tolerate higher heat.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Feed sparingly only during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away to prevent waterlogging, which this plant dislikes.
Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in winter to mimic natural arid conditions.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or damaged stems as needed. Major pruning is usually not required unless the plant becomes leggy or overgrown.
Propagate from seed sown in spring under glass, or take cuttings in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be placed in a well-draining compost mix and kept in a warm environment with good light.
Repot in spring only when the plant becomes root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Use a gritty, well-draining compost mix. Handle the roots gently, as they can be sensitive, and avoid over-potting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Spider-Flower (Arachnitis uniflora)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Corsiaceae |
| Genus | Arachnitis |
| Species | Arachnitis uniflora |
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data