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Sansevieria sambiranensis
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-18"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Sansevieria sambiranensis plant details
Sansevieria sambiranensis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 sambiranensis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rare, tropical-looking, unique, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sansevieria sambiranensis
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Sansevieria sambiranensis
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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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
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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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