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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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