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

Landscape groups by tags

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