Easy care
Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata
$144-inch
Architectural, air-cleaning, and virtually indestructible — the plant that thrives on neglect.
The Snake Plant, formerly Sansevieria trifasciata, is the definitive low-maintenance architectural plant. Its stiff, upright leaves — banded in silver-green with crisp yellow margins on the classic Laurentii form — grow in rosettes that look equally at home in a Scandinavian apartment or a mid-century modern office. It tolerates the full spectrum of neglect: deep shade, sporadic watering, dry air, and temperature swings. NASA research famously highlighted its ability to filter indoor air pollutants. A Snake Plant is not just easy to keep alive — it actively makes your space healthier.
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Care needs
LightLow
Light is Low
WaterLow
Water is Low
DifficultyLow
Difficulty is Low
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This plant needs watering every 2–4 weeks. Add it to your calendar so you never forget.
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Care guide
Care tips
Water thoroughly then allow soil to dry completely — in winter, once a month is often sufficient. Use a terracotta pot to help wick away excess moisture. Avoid getting water in the central rosette as this can cause rot. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser once in spring and once in summer. Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to keep them dust-free and maximise photosynthesis.
Common issues
Soft, mushy leaves at the base indicate root rot from overwatering — the most common cause of death. Variegated leaves reverting to solid green suggest insufficient light. Wrinkled or curling leaves (in an otherwise healthy plant) can mean the plant is thirsty. Pests are rare but watch for mealybugs in the leaf axils.