Sansevieria zeylanica

Snake Plant, Ceylon Bowstring Hemp, Mother-in-Law's Tongue

Family: Agavaceae Agave


Type Perennial, succulent
USDA Hardiness range 9B - 11
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Border, container, ground cover, massing, rock garden, seashore
Height 8" to 18" / 20cm to 45cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Fragrant flowers, flowers are rare
Leaf color Green, variegated, yellow
Fruit color Green, orange
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage