Sansevieria trifasciata 'Robusta' (Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law's Tongue)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusSansevieria
Speciestrifasciata
Cultivar'Robusta'
CategoryAnnuals, Perennials, Tropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone10a - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cold season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3 - H1c
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-1.1) to above 4.5
Temperature (°F)30 - 40
Height0.5 -1 m

Description and Growing Information

ShapeStemless herb with bright rhizome.
LandscapeContainer or massing plant for interior or exterior use that needs little care.
PropagationBy leaf cuttings or division of clumps.
CultivationCan be grown in full light to deep shade in a wide range of well-drained soils.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Leaf DescriptionBroad 7 - 10 cm wide by 60 cm long leaves that are a light green colour with faint longitudinal lines and a narrow dark green margin.
Flower DescriptionWhite.

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