Sansevieria grandis var. zuluensis
Botanical Information
Family | Asparagaceae |
Genus | Sansevieria |
Species | grandis |
Variety | zuluensis |
Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
Origin | This broad-leaved species is from Zululand, Kwa-Zulu Natal Province, South Africa. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 8a - 10b |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H2 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -15 - 5 |
Description and Growing Information
Shape | Rosette of erect leaves eventually forms a vase-like structure at maturity. |
Propagation | By dividing rhizomes. |
Cultivation | It prefers warm, sunny locations, but tolerates some shade. Protect from hot afternoon sun. Best grown in a soil based potting mix. |
Notable Specimens | Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America. |
Bark/Stem Description | Stemless herb with bright rhizome. |
Leaf Description | Broad, smooth leaves, which are vaguely spoon-like, stiff, and upright. |
Flower Description | Fragrant, white flowers are tubular and arranged in a spike inflorescence. |