Sansevieria trifasciata 'Whitney' (Whitney Snake Plant)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Sansevieria |
| Species | trifasciata |
| Cultivar | 'Whitney' |
| Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 10a - 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H3 - H1c |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 10 - 16 |
| Temperature (°F) | 50 - 60 |
| Height | 40 - 60 cm |
| Spread | 20 - 40 cm |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright. |
| Landscape | Container or massing plant for interior or exterior use that needs little care. |
| Propagation | By leaf cuttings or division of clumps. |
| Cultivation | Grow well in a shady area with little to no direct sun. |
| Notable Specimens | Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America. |
| Habitat | |
| Bark/Stem Description | Stemless herb with bright rhizome. |
| Leaf Description | Sword-like leaves are often variegated with edges of white. |
| Flower Description | White to near white. |
| Texture Description |
Photographs
Sansevieria trifasciata 'Whitney', form, Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.