Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb Cactus/Succulent |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade Full Shade |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy Other: Flowering is erratic. Unlike plants such as agave which die after flowering, Sansevieria will simply cease to produce new leaves. The flowered plant will continue to grow by producing plantlets via its rhizomes or stolons. |
Underground structures: | Rhizome |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
Resistances: | Drought tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division Stolons and runners |
Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots Prefers to be under-potted |