Dracaena trifasciata (Syn. Sansevieria trifasciata) (Mother-in-Law’s Tongue / Snake Plant)
Dracaena trifasciata (Syn. Sansevieria trifasciata) (Mother-in-Law’s Tongue / Snake Plant)
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Dracaena trifasciata, formerly known as Sansevieria trifasciata, is a hardy evergreen succulent admired for its bold, upright, sword-shaped leaves marked with striking grey-green and dark green banding. Its clean architectural form and exceptional durability make it one of the world's most popular indoor and outdoor foliage plants.
Highly adaptable and extremely low maintenance, Mother-in-Law’s Tongue thrives in a wide range of light conditions, from bright indirect light to low-light interiors, and requires very little watering. It is well suited to homes, offices, patios, courtyards, and modern landscapes, where it adds year-round structure and contemporary style. Its air-purifying qualities and resilience make it an ideal choice for beginners and experienced plant enthusiasts alike.
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Mature height
60cm–1m
Mature width
30–60cm
Spacing
30–50cm
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen succulent
Foliage
Grey-green foliage with dark green horizontal banding
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer (rare indoors)
Sun tolerance
Bright indirect light to partial shade; tolerates low light and some morning sun
Maintenance
Very low maintenance; allow soil to dry completely between waterings, reduce watering during winter, and plant in a well-drained cactus or succulent mix
Root System
Compact, rhizomatous root system suitable for containers, indoor displays, courtyards, and garden beds