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Sansevieria zeylanica

Also Known As

  • Sansevieria 'Zeylanica'
  • Zeylanica Mother-in-Law’s Tongue
  • Zeylanica Snake Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

Sansevieria zeylanica plant details

The true Sansevieria zeylanica is rarely grown. Plants sold in the trade under this name are almost always Sansevieria trifasciata.

Sansevieria zeylanica is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue, green and white foliage. Grows well with bright shade and occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sansevieria zeylanica

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and white
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sansevieria zeylanica

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Sansevieria zeylanica plant

How to Grow Sansevieria zeylanica

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • white
    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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