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Dracaena angolensis, Sansevieria cylindrica, Sansevieria stuckyi, Snake Plant

Dracaena angolensis, Sansevieria cylindrica, Sansevieria stuckyi

Snake Plant
Family: Asparagaceae    (Formerly:Dracaenaceae / Liliaceae / Agavaceae)
Subfamily: Nolinoideae
Origin: Africa
Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeFull sunDry conditionsOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersFragrant plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Very showy and unusual variety of common "Mother-in-Law-tongue". Leaves are tall rounded deep green spikes. Easily grown in any well-drained soil slowly multiplying to create a dense mass. Stately blooms pushing up to 36 inches tall flower spike. The flowers open only during the night and are very fragrant. This plant is drought-tolerant, suitable for growing indoors and for xeriscaping. Propagation by dividing rhizomes.


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Sansevieria cylindrica - Snake Plant

Snake Plant - Very showy and unusual variety of common "Mother-in-Law-tongue". Leaves are tall rounded deep green spikes.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
This item is certified for shipping to California.
Grown in
6-10" / 1-3 gal pot, tall plant
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$29.95