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Sansevieria ballyi
Also Known As
- Dwarf Sansevieria
Plant type
shrub, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-10"
- W: 6"-10"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Sansevieria ballyi plant details
Sansevieria ballyi is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sansevieria ballyi
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sansevieria ballyi
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Garden photo gallery of Sansevieria ballyi
Gardening facts about Sansevieria ballyi plant
How to Grow Sansevieria ballyi
Sun Exposure
- mostly shade - shade
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Dracaena hanningtonii, Blue Sansevieria, East African Wild Sisal
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Boophone fischeri, Dracaena singularis, Sansevieria singularis, Snake Plant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-6'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Sansevieria 'Mason's Congo', Mason's Congo Mother-In-Law's Tongue
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - shade
- low
aka Sansevieria 'Bantel's Sensation', White Striped Sansevieria
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 8"-12"
- bright shade - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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