Common Name(s): Ceylon Snake Plant, Zeylanica Mother-in-Law’s Tongue
Origin: Native to Sri Lanka and India; thrives in arid climates.
Description:
A timeless classic, Sansevieria Zeylanica impresses with its upright, sword-shaped leaves marked with striking horizontal bands of light green against deep forest-green margins. This architectural succulent grows up to 75 cm tall, adding vertical elegance to modern interiors, offices, or drought-tolerant gardens. Renowned for its air-purifying qualities (removes benzene and formaldehyde), it’s a low-maintenance champion that thrives on neglect and adapts to low-light conditions.
Care:
☀️ Light: Low to bright indirect light (tolerates fluorescent lighting).
💧 Water: Drought-tolerant – water every 3-4 weeks (let soil dry completely).
🌱 Soil: Well-draining cactus/succulent mix.
🌡️ Temp: 10-35°C (avoid frost).
✨ Bonus: Rarely needs repotting – thrives when root-bound.
Pet Friendly: ❌ Mildly toxic if ingested – may cause nausea in cats/dogs. Keep out of reach.
