Snake Plant (or Mother-in-Law's Tongue)

Scientific Name: Dracaena trifasciata (synonym Sansevieria trifasciata)

Plant Family: Asparagaceae

Native Region: West Africa

Snake Plant (or Mother-in-Law's Tongue)

Brief Description

An evergreen perennial plant with stiff, sword-shaped leaves that grow vertically from a basal rosette. The leaves are dark green with light gray-green horizontal banding.

Care Instructions

This plant is highly resilient. It prefers indirect sunlight but can tolerate low light or direct sun. It requires well-draining soil and should only be watered once the soil is completely dry, typically every 2-6 weeks depending on temperature and light. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-03-12T10:09:37.899501