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Sansevieria aethiopica
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Sansevieria aethiopica plant details
Sansevieria aethiopica is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sansevieria aethiopica
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sansevieria aethiopica
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Sansevieria aethiopica
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
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
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-6'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - shade
- low
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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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