Sansevieria Trifasciata (Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law's Tongue)
Sansevieria Trifasciata (Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law's Tongue)
Sansevieria Trifasciata (Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law's Tongue) is a hardy and versatile evergreen plant known for its striking, upright, sword-shaped leaves with variegated green and yellow patterns. Native to tropical West Africa, it is celebrated for its ability to thrive in a wide range of conditions, from low light indoors to bright sunlight outdoors.
This low-maintenance plant is an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners. It is drought-tolerant, air-purifying, and can grow in compact spaces, making it ideal for homes, offices, or as an accent in larger gardens. Snake Plants rarely flower, but when they do, they produce delicate, fragrant, white blossoms.
Renowned for its sculptural appearance and adaptability, Sansevieria Trifasciata brings elegance and greenery to any space while requiring minimal care.
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Mature height
0.5-1.2 meters
Mature width
0.3-0.6 meters
Spacing
0.3-0.5 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Variegated green leaves with yellow edges and subtle pale green horizontal stripes
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Rare flowering, but when it occurs, it is in spring to summer [September–January]
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates low light indoors
Maintenance
Low maintenance, water sparingly and allow soil to dry between watering; wipe leaves to keep them dust-free