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Description

Picture the space just inside your front door, where keys land in a bowl and the light only reaches in from the window at the far end of the room. A large snake plant stands guard there at 2 to 3 feet (0.6 to 0.9 m), its tall, stiff leaves banded in dark and pale green. Friends notice it before they've even taken their shoes off.

Sansevieria trifasciata comes from the dry, rocky ground of West and West Central Africa, so it's used to going without. In a city apartment, it shrugs off low light and dry heated air, and it waits patiently through the weeks when watering slips your mind.

Care

Where should I place a large snake plant in my house?

A large snake plant looks best where its height can stand out, like an entryway or a living room corner. Bright, indirect light is ideal, but it'll settle happily in a dimmer spot too, away from drafts.

How much light does a snake plant need?

Bright, indirect light keeps a snake plant growing steadily, though it copes with very low light too, so a north-facing room is fine. Keep it back from hot, direct sun through glass, which can burn the leaves.

How often should you water a snake plant?

Good snake plant care means letting the soil dry out fully before you water. That's often every few weeks, and in winter, perhaps every month or two. A large snake plant in a heavy pot holds moisture for a while.

How big do snake plants get?

Our large snake plant stands 2 to 3 feet (0.6 to 0.9 m) tall. Each one grows differently, so the exact height depends on the plant we pick for you. Indoors, most stay under about 3 feet (1 m).

How do I keep snake plant leaves standing upright?

A tall snake plant stays upright best in a heavy pot with drainage holes and gritty, fast-draining soil, like a cactus mix. The heavy pot stops tall leaves from tipping it over, and dry-between-drinks watering keeps them firm.

Do snake plants like to be misted?

A snake plant doesn't need misting. It's comfortable in dry indoor air, so radiators and winter heating won't bother it. Wipe the leaves with a soft, damp cloth now and then to keep their stripes looking crisp.

Can I put my snake plant outside in summer?

A summer on a shady patio or balcony suits a snake plant well, out of the harshest midday sun. Bring it inside before fall nights drop toward 50°F (10°C), since cold snaps and frost can damage it.

Pet-friendly?

Is a snake plant toxic to cats and dogs?

Sansevieria trifasciata is toxic to cats and dogs, according to the ASPCA, because it contains saponins. Eating it can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, so place your large snake plant somewhere curious pets can't chew its leaves.

Factoids

Is Sansevieria trifasciata the same as Dracaena trifasciata?

Sansevieria trifasciata and Dracaena trifasciata are the same plant. Botanists moved the snake plant from Sansevieria into Dracaena after genetic research, so you'll see both names on labels. Trifasciata means "three bands," after the stripes on each leaf.

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

The nickname mother-in-law's tongue comes from the snake plant's long, sharp, pointed leaves. In parts of Africa, the strong fibers inside those leaves were used to make bowstrings and rope, which is why it's also known as bowstring hemp.

Do snake plants flower?

Once in a while, a mature snake plant sends up a tall stem of small, cream to greenish-white flowers. They're sweetly fragrant, but they rarely appear indoors, so if your tall snake plant blooms, consider it a treat.

Can I keep a snake plant in my bedroom?

A bedroom makes a good snake plant indoor spot. The plant doesn't need much light or attention, so it's happy beside a wardrobe or in a corner, even when the curtains stay closed most of the day.

Buy a large snake plant

Book a free video shopping call and we'll show you our large snake plants on camera, stripe by stripe, so you can pick yours. We'll bring it to your door in NYC or NJ, and we're happy to help whenever you need us.