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Viper's Bowstring Hemp (Sansevieria trifasciata)

Viper's Bowstring Hemp (Sansevieria trifasciata) is a striking, upright succulent known for its stiff, sword-like leaves and air-purifying qualities. Easy to care for, it

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Sunlight

Tolerates low light conditions but prefers bright, indirect light.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Tolerates low light conditions but prefers bright, indirect light.

Can also adapt to direct sunlight, but may scorch leaves.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

Water thoroughly when soil is dry, drain excess. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Thrives between 18-27°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures, but avoid frost.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 1-2 months. Do not fertilize in fall/winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden

Plant Environment

Indoor, Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.6-1.5 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

Small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

7000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusSansevieria
  • speciesSansevieria trifasciata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

Mildly toxic if ingested

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