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Description

Think of the darker corner of your apartment, the one by the hallway that never sees the sun before noon. Now imagine a green snake plant standing there, a cluster of upright, sword-shaped leaves in deep green, as neat on the first day as it'll be in a year. You water it, you forget about it for a few weeks, and it carries on looking exactly the way you hoped it would.

It's happy in low light and dry winter air, and it forgives the odd missed watering. Those benefits have made the snake plant a favorite with busy city dwellers, and an easy first plant for a desk or bedroom.

Care

Where should I place a snake plant in my house?

A Sansevieria does best in bright, indirect light, but it's happy almost anywhere in your home, including dim hallways and bedrooms. Keep it out of strong direct sun, which can burn its leaves, and away from cold drafts.

Can a snake plant live in low light?

A snake plant copes with very low light, which is why it's so popular in city apartments. It'll grow faster in a brighter spot, so if you've got a sunny room to spare, you'll soon see more new leaves.

How often should you water a snake plant?

Water a sansevieria only once the soil has dried out completely, which is often every few weeks. In winter, it may need a drink every month or two. Holding back on water is the heart of snake plant care.

Do snake plants like to be misted?

Snake plants don't need misting. They handle dry indoor air well, so they're a good match for heated apartments in winter. Dusting the leaves now and then with a soft, damp cloth keeps them glossy and clean.

How tall is a medium snake plant?

Our medium green snake plant stands 1 to 2 feet tall. Each plant grows a little differently, so the exact height depends on the one we pick for you. Indoors, most snake plants stay under 3 feet (1 m).

Should I trim brown tips off a snake plant?

If a sansevieria leaf gets damaged or turns brown, cut the whole leaf off at soil level with clean, sharp pruners. That keeps the plant looking neat, and the healthy leaves around it soon fill the gap again.

Can I put my snake plant outside in summer?

Snake plants can spend the summer on a sheltered balcony or patio, out of the strongest midday sun. Bring them back indoors before nights drop toward 50°F (10°C) in the fall, as they can't handle frost or freezing weather.

Pet-friendly?

Is a snake plant toxic to cats and dogs?

Snake plants are toxic to cats and dogs, according to the ASPCA, and we class our medium green snake plant as not pet-friendly. Keep it on a high shelf or in a room your pets don't explore.

Factoids

Can I keep a snake plant in my bedroom?

Snake plants make lovely bedroom plants, because they're content with low light and need very little attention from you. Their upright shape fits neatly beside a dresser or nightstand, and they won't mind if the blinds stay down.

Why is it called mother-in-law's tongue?

Mother-in-law's tongue, another name for the snake plant, comes from its long, sharp, pointed leaves. Another old name, bowstring hemp, comes from its strong fibers, which were used in parts of Africa to make bowstrings, ropes, yarn and textiles.

Is a snake plant a lucky plant?

Plenty of people see snake plants as lucky. One of their common names is the good luck plant, which helps make them a popular housewarming gift. They're also hard to kill, which feels a little lucky in itself.

Do snake plants flower?

Snake plants rarely flower indoors, but older plants sometimes surprise their owners. The flowers are small, greenish-white and fragrant, and they grow on tall stems, usually in late winter or early spring. Small orange berries can follow.

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