Botanical Name: Sansevieria trifasciata Add
Common Name: Sansevieria  
Plant photo of: Sansevieria trifasciata
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Succulent

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green, Variegated

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Tropical

 

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Entry, Indoor, Patio

 

Special Uses

Container

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Information by:
Photographer: Modesto Jr. College/Mulla
  • Description

  • Notes

This perennial will grow to 3' tall and has leathery green leaves that have touches of gray. Varieties offer different colorings, sizes and are often collectors' items.
Planting Instructions: 1. Dig a hole 2 times the width and 1 and 1/2 times the height of the container. 2. Set rootball at ground level. 3. Prepare soil mix of equal parts soil and soil amendment. 4. Backfill with amended soil. 5. Build Basin and water.