Sansevieria trifasciata 'Futura Superba' - Snake Plant
Sansevieria trifasciata 'Futura Superba' - Snake Plant
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Species Name: Dracaena trifasciata
Common name(s): Sansevieria 'Futura Superba', Mother-in-law’s Tongue, Snake Plant, African Spear
Defining Characteristics:
- Thick sword-shaped leaves are emerald green and patterned with yellow on the margins
- A very hardy plant that is perfect for garden hobbyists of all experience levels
- Air purifying
- Great beginner plant
Recommended Pot Size: Medium- Large
Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.
Temperature Requirement: 55-80°F
Humidity: Moderate (30-70%) to Humid (70-100%)
Watering Frequency: Minimal. Allow the soil to dry completely before watering. (This plant species is drought tolerant)
Lighting: Full Shade Partial Shade
Soil Type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered here.
Growth Rate: Slow
Height (at maturity): 2 feet
Origin: West Africa
Regional locality: Common growing in the bush and vegetation in its native range
USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Suggested Animal Terrarium/ Vivarium Use:
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Care Notes: This plant has moderate humidity needs, although if the leaf tips begin to brown occasional misting may be needed.
Shipping Notes:
As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home.
ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT
The plant pictured is in a 3 inch pot.