Sanseveria

Sansevieria

Botanical name: Sansevieria spp. (now classified under Dracaena)
Common names: Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, Sword Plant

Sansevieria is the ultimate no-fuss, hard-to-kill houseplant. With its upright, sword-like leaves and striking patterns in shades of green, grey, silver, or yellow, it’s a favorite among both beginner and seasoned plant parents. Bold, architectural, and incredibly tolerant, this plant thrives on neglect and adds modern structure to any room.

Native to arid regions of Africa and Asia, Sansevieria is known for its air-purifying properties and is one of the few plants that release oxygen at night—making it ideal for bedrooms and small spaces.

Care Tips

☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light to low light; incredibly adaptable
💧 Water: Water sparingly—only when soil is completely dry
🌿 Humidity: Tolerates dry air and low humidity
📏 Growth: Slow to moderate; upright and clumping
⚠️ Pet Caution: Toxic if ingested

Popular Varieties

• Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Laurentii’ – Tall green leaves with bright yellow edges

• Sansevieria ‘Zeylanica’ – Mottled green leaves; hardy and low-maintenance

• Sansevieria cylindrica – Rounded, spear-like leaves in a fan shape

• Sansevieria ‘Moonshine’ – Silvery, pale green leaves with a soft glow

• Sansevieria ‘Hahnii’ – Compact, rosette-forming variety great for desktops

🪴 Perfect for low-light corners, modern interiors, and busy plant lovers. Sansevieria is stylish, resilient, and nearly impossible to get wrong.