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Sansevieria Laurentii 23cm H100cm

Sansevieria Laurentii 23cm H100cm

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Sansevieria ‘Laurentii’ is a classic snake plant variety with tall, upright green leaves edged in striking yellow margins. Renowned for its architectural beauty and resilience, it’s one of the most durable and air-purifying houseplants, ideal for beginners and low-light spaces.

  • Full Botanical Name: Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Laurentii’
  • Common Names: Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, Striped Snake Plant
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to West Africa (Nigeria to Congo)
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Found in dry, rocky areas with sandy soil and infrequent rainfall

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Adaptable; tolerates low light but thrives in bright, indirect sunlight
  • Ideal Room: Bedroom, living room, or office; excellent for low-light corners
  • Feeding: Cactus or succulent fertilizer every 8–10 weeks during spring and summer
  • Humidity: Prefers low humidity; extremely tolerant of dry air
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–30°C; protect from cold below 10°C
  • Watering: Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry completely between waterings; minimal water in winter
  • Pet/Child Safe: Toxic (genus level) — contains saponins that cause nausea, vomiting, or drooling if ingested by pets or humans
  • Soil Type: Fast-draining cactus or succulent mix
  • Propagation: Leaf cuttings or rhizome division
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 60–120 cm tall; 30–45 cm wide
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate; faster in bright light
  • Pests and Treatment: Rare; occasionally mealybugs or spider mites — treat with neem oil
  • Repotting: Every 3–4 years or when rootbound
  • Pruning: Remove damaged or yellowing leaves
  • Air Purification: Excellent; removes toxins like formaldehyde and benzene
  • Folklore: Sansevieria is said to protect against negative energy and bring prosperity to the home
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