Sansevieria Trifasciata (Snake Plant/Mother-In-Law’s Tongue/Dracaena Trifasciata/Saint George’s Sword)

Sansevieria trifasciata, commonly known as the snake plant, is one of the most popular and hardy species of houseplants. The snake plant goes by another common name, mother-in-law’s tongue, an offensive comparison between its sharp leaf shape and a woman’s sharp tongue. Snake plants vary in color but usually have green banded leaves and commonly feature a yellow border.

Sansevieria are perfect for beginner plant parents, but are all around popular house plants for multiple reasons. The variety of specimens available makes it fun to mix and match, and as they all have similar care requirements it makes them an effortless bunch. While they do best in bright filtered light, they are adaptable and tolerate partial shade and low light conditions as well as fluorescent lighting, making them ideal for most rooms in a home and office settings.

Faqs

1. What is Sansevieria Trifasciata?
Sansevieria Trifasciata, also known as the classic snake plant, features tall, upright leaves with green banded patterns and strong architectural shape.

2. What is the Arabic name for Sansevieria Trifasciata?
It is known as سنسيفيريا ثلاثية, commonly used in plant shops across the UAE.

3. Is Sansevieria Trifasciata good for indoor air quality?
Yes. It helps remove indoor pollutants and increases oxygen levels, making it ideal for bedrooms, offices, and living areas.

4. How much light does Sansevieria Trifasciata need?
It adapts to low, medium, or bright light. It grows best in bright, indirect light but can handle low-light environments well.

5. How often should I water it?
Water only when the soil is completely dry. Overwatering can cause root rot, so it’s safer to underwater than overwater.

6. Is Sansevieria Trifasciata easy to care for?
Yes. It’s one of the most beginner-friendly houseplants, requiring minimal care and thriving in warm indoor conditions common in the UAE.