Sansevieria Zeylanica - Snake Plant

Pot Size - 14cm

Sansevieria zeylanica – Ceylon Bowstring Hemp  🌿🖤💚✨

The Sansevieria zeylanica, also known as Ceylon Bowstring Hemp, is a classic and resilient snake plant species prized for its striking, upright sword-shaped leaves. The deep green foliage is elegantly streaked with lighter grey-green markings, giving it a bold yet timeless look — perfect for modern homes and low-maintenance plant lovers.

Key Features:

✔ Strong, architectural leaves with subtle green striping

✔ Exceptionally hardy and drought-tolerant

✔ Excellent natural air purifier, improving indoor air quality

✔ Thrives on minimal care – ideal for beginners

✔ Perfect for desks, hallways, or contemporary décor

Care Instructions:

Light: Adaptable to a wide range of lighting – from low light to bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid harsh midday sun for prolonged periods.

Watering: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water sparingly, especially in winter.

Humidity: Tolerates all indoor humidity levels with ease.

Soil: Use a gritty, well-draining cactus or succulent mix.

Feeding: Fertilise lightly every 6–8 weeks during the growing season with a cactus or houseplant feed.

Temperature: Best kept between 18–29°C; protect from frost or cold drafts.

Growth: Upright and clumping habit, typically reaching 60–90 cm indoors.

🌿 Tip: Wipe the leaves occasionally to keep their natural sheen — and enjoy this elegant, nearly indestructible plant that thrives even with a little neglect.