Snake Plant (or Mother-in-Law's Tongue)
Dracaena trifasciata (formerly Sansevieria trifasciata)
Family: AsparagaceaeNative: West Africa (from Nigeria east to the Congo)
An evergreen perennial succulent with stiff, sword-shaped leaves that grow vertically from a basal rosette. The leaves are typically dark green with light gray-green horizontal banding and often feature yellow margins in cultivated varieties like 'Laurentii'.
Learn more about Snake Plant (or Mother-in-Law's Tongue) in the encyclopedia →Care instructions
Thrives in indirect sunlight but can tolerate low light or direct sun. Use well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix and allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot. Maintain temperatures between 70-90°F (21-32°C).