Dracaena trifasciata (Birds Nest Sanseviera) - Image 15

Botanical names: Dracaena trifasciata, Sansevieria trifasciata

Common names: Birds Nest Sanseviera, Mother in Law Tong

Family: Asparagaceae    (Formerly:Dracaenaceae / Liliaceae / Agavaceae)

Subfamily: Nolinoideae

Origin: Zaire

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryOrnamental foliageSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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Dracaena trifasciata (Birds Nest Sanseviera) dark green plant with horizontal silver banding close up
Sansevieria trifasciata Hahnii
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