About
An evergreen perennial forming a rosette of broad grey-green leaves with wide marginal yellow stripes; seldom flowers.
About the genus
Sansevieria are stemless, erect, rhizomatous, succulent perennials with evergreen, ovate or strap-shaped, leathery leaves often attractively marbled, and short spikes of small fragrant tubular greenish-white flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH1B
Plant details
Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
HabitClump forming
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care notes
CultivationGrow under glass or in a frost-free enviroment. Pot on only when pot bound. Tolerant of neglect. Protect from winter wet. See Sansevieria and houseplant cultivation for further advice
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by suckers or division
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to vine weevil
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free