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Most colorful houseplants give us their shot of color from their leaves. But mandarin plant (Chlorophytum amaniense ‘Fire Flash’) goes a different route. It shows off colorful orange leaf stems (called petioles). This gives the plant an interesting, and eye-cathing look. Plus, its strap-like leaves add a tropical touch to indoor spaces.
Mandarin plant is a relative of good, old-fashioned spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum). Like its cousin, it tolerates low light, and grows well in medium or bright light. (Try to avoid a spot where it gets a lot of afternoon sun, however. Its lush green leaves are susceptible to sunburn.)
Water mandarin plant when the top inch or so of the potting mix dries to the touch. The warmer brighter the spot, the faster your plant will use water. It grows best when watered regularly. But, mandarin plant also holds up well to missed waterings.If you see the leaves develop yellow, brown, or black edges, try watering it with rainwater, bottled water, or tap water diluted with one of these sources to reduce the fluoride levels.
To keep your mandarin plant happiest, fertilize in spring and summer with a general-purpose fertilizer formulated for houseplants. Follow the instructions on the product packaging for application rates. Never use more fertilizer than the label suggests.