Popularly known as mother in law’s tongue, Snake Plant is a hardy houseplant with upright, sword-like leaves and excellent environment adaptability. According to NASA Clean Air Study, it helps in purifying the air by removing toxins.
Botanical Name: Dracaena trifasciata
Other Names: Mother in law’s tongue, Viper’s bowstring hemp
Growing Season: Throughout the year
Ideal Temperature: 12-30°C
Uses: Decorate your table, cabinets, and desks with this beautiful houseplant.
Difficulty Level: Easy
How to Grow – Quick View
- Potting soil
- 3-4 hours of indirect sun
- Water only when soil feels dry on touch
- Use all purpose fertilizer
What to Do After Getting the Package?
- Take a knife and carefully cut the tape to unbox the live plant.
- Gently remove the plant from the package.
- Place the plant where it can receive bright, indirect sunlight regularly.
How to Care for Snake Plant
Sunlight: Snake Plant thrives best in indirect sunlight, so choose a warm location where it can receive 3-4 hours of sunlight.
Watering: Snake Plant has low water needs, so water only when the topsoil dries out. Avoid overwatering, it can harm your houseplant.
Soil: A regular potting mix with good drainage is an ideal growing medium for Snake Plant. Free draining stops the roots from holding moisture that can cause root rot.
Fertilizer: Feed the Snake Plant houseplant with an all-purpose fertilizer. It will keep the plants thriving and happy.
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