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Dracaena trifasciata is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to tropical West Africa from Nigeria east to the Congo. It is most commonly known as the snake plant , Saint George's sword , mother-in-law's tongue , and viper's bowstring hemp , among other names. [2]
Dec 20, 2020 · Dracaena trifasciata, or snake plant, is an evergreen ornamental houseplant with long sword-like variegated green and yellow leaves. The Dracaena trifasciata is extremely easy to grow at home and requires little care. In fact, the snake plant is so hardy that it almost thrives on neglect.
Mar 13, 2024 · Dracaena trifasciata 'Laurentii': This variegated cultivar has creamy yellow leaf margins. Dracaena trifasciata 'Twisted Sister': Twisting leaves bear horizontal stripes with yellow variegated edges. It grows to 15 inches tall. Dracaena trifasciata 'Bantel’s Sensation': Leaves are narrow with white vertical stripes on this three-foot tall ...
Nov 25, 2023 · Dracaena trifasciata, commonly known as the snake plant, is a popular houseplant celebrated for its striking foliage and hardy nature. Its upright, sword-shaped leaves are a deep green with light gray-green horizontal stripes. This plant not only adds a touch of nature to your indoor spaces but is also known for its ability to improve air quality.
Mar 6, 2024 · By Andrew Gaumond March 6, 2024 Updated on March 28, 2024. The snake plant is one of the most popular household plants, famed for its low-maintenance upkeep and tall, vibrant leaves. Otherwise known as Dracaena trifasciata, or until 2017, Sansevieria trifasciata, the snake plant has become a staple member of any indoor plant collection.
Aug 17, 2023 · To care for Dracaena Trifasciata, plant it in a pot with a well-draining sandy or cactus mixture. Provide bright filtered sunlight. Water once a month from below when the top 2 inches of soil is dry (5 cm).
Selective breeding by horticulturists has resulted in varieties of Dracaena trifasciata, with the most known being 'Moonshine' and 'Bantel’s Sensation'. In the wild, snake plants can grow up to 2 metres (6 feet) tall, yet most kept as houseplants usually reach around 0.7 – 1 metre (2.3 – 3.2 feet).
