Sansevieria trifasciata is a perennial plant with long, pointed leaves full of fibers. It adapts easily to different levels of light, purifies the air and is very hardy, making it an ideal plant for beginners. It is perhaps the most durable houseplant. Its flowers are white and small and go almost unnoticed. You may have heard of Sansevieria trifasciata as “mother-in-law’s tongue” because of its pointed and stiff, straight leaves that resemble tongues.
Sansevieria is considered the plant that purifies the air to the greatest extent. According to research, it is the only plant that purifies the air even at night.
Care Instructions
Light: Prefers bright places with indirect light, but also adapts to low light conditions.
Water: Allow the soil to dry out before watering and make sure it drains well after watering. Excessive moisture in the substrate can cause root rot. It needs infrequent watering, every 20-30 days, depending on the prevailing conditions.
Temperature: The ideal temperature range is 15-23 ° C. It can tolerate temperatures down to 10 ° C for a short time.
Humidity: No special humidity requirements.
Feeding: All species of the Sansevieria genus are easy-care plants. Use a fertilizer for green plants, 1/2 of the recommended dose once a month.
Growing substrate / Transplanting: Use soil suitable for cacti and succulents. Transplant it when it has grown enough and does not fit in its pot.
Air purification: Sansevieria filters toxins in the air.
Height and growth rate: Maximum height 75-100cm. It is a slow-growing plant.
Toxicity: Slightly toxic if swallowed. Keep away from children and animals.
Origin: West African region.
