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Sansevieria trifasciata
Also Known As
- Sansevieria zeylanica (hort.)
- Bird Nest Hybrids
- Mother-in-Law's Tongue
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2'-5'
- W: 1'-3'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Sansevieria trifasciata plant details
Sansevieria trifasciata is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and variegated foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sansevieria trifasciata
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and variegated
- Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sansevieria trifasciata
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Gardening facts about Sansevieria trifasciata plant
How to Grow Sansevieria trifasciata
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 8"-15"
Width: 12"-18"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 6"-15"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Dracaena trifasciata 'Tornado', Sansevieria 'Futura Superba'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Dracaena 'Fernwood Mikado'
aka Sansevieria bacularis 'Mikado'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 24"-48"
Width: 6"-18"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Dracaena trifasciata 'Black Coral'
aka Sansevieria 'Black Coral'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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