Description
The Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata, formerly Sansevieria) is one of the most beginner-friendly, stylish, and low-maintenance houseplants. Let’s break it down simply for you:
🌿 Snake Plant Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 🪴 Common names | Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, Saint George’s Sword |
| 🌍 Origin | West Africa |
| 🔁 New name | Now classified as Dracaena trifasciata (was Sansevieria) |
| 📏 Height | 1–4 feet (30–120 cm), depending on variety |
| 🐾 Toxicity | Mildly toxic to pets (can cause nausea, drooling, or vomiting if eaten) |
🌞 Light Requirements
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✅ Best: Bright, indirect light
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🕶️ Tolerates: Low light (great for offices or darker rooms)
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🚫 Avoid: Direct afternoon sun — can scorch the leaves
💧 Watering Guide
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Let soil completely dry between waterings
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Water sparingly (every 2–4 weeks depending on season)
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Overwatering = biggest danger → root rot!
🌱 Soil & Potting
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Use well-draining soil — cactus or succulent mix is ideal
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Pot must have drainage holes
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Repot every 2–3 years or when roots outgrow the pot
✨ Top Snake Plant Benefits
| Benefit | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| 🧪 Air purifier | Filters toxins like benzene, formaldehyde, xylene |
| 🌙 Night oxygen | Unlike most plants, it releases oxygen at night (ideal for bedrooms) |
| 💼 Low maintenance | Perfect for busy people, travelers, or plant beginners |
| 🎨 Stylish | Sleek, upright form fits modern and minimalist decor |
🌿 Popular Snake Plant Varieties
| Variety | Features |
|---|---|
| Laurentii | Tall leaves with yellow edges – the classic look |
| Moonshine | Silvery-gray leaves – very modern and clean |
| Hahnii | Short and compact – good for desks and shelves |
| Cylindrica | Round, tubular leaves – can be braided or fan-shaped |
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