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Sansevieria sambiranensis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-18"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The ONLY red flowering species! Extremely rare plant!!! Soft, floppy leaves with white margins. Drought tolerant but needs part shade. Don't let it hang out dry for too long. I have never seen this plant offered anywhere before. Madagascar native! Thought to be extinct in the wild.

Gardening facts about Sansevieria sambiranensis plant

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

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-3'

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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

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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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