Sansevieria is commonly known as Mother-In-Law's Tongue or Snake Plant. Their sculptural pointed, upright leaves gives a dramatic appearance and are deservedly popular for their resilience and longevity.
Origin - Africa
It thrives in extremely dry conditions. It can therefore survive a long period of neglect and needs little watering. It could be described as the perfect house plant – it's low maintenance and isn't fussy about its location. This makes it a great plant for beginners as it's virtually indestructible.
Care
Light requirements: full sun
Snake plants don't need much water – just water whenever the soil is dry. Make sure you let the water drain away fully – do not let the plant sit in water as this may cause the roots to rot. Snake plants need very little water in winter.
Feed once a month from April to September. Wipe the leaves occasionally, to prevent dust building up. Be careful not to damage the leaf tips – this will stop the plant growing. Snake plants can cope with draughts and dry air, and don't need misting.
Sansevieria - Mother-in-law's Tongue
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