How to care for a Snake Plant Laurentii

How To Care for a Snake Plant Laurentii

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in medium to bright indirect light, but can tolerate low indirect light.

Watering requirements

Water every 2-3 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

In 2017, scientists officially reclassified the Snake Plant from Sansevieria to Dracaena after DNA testing proved it's technically a succulent member of the dragon tree family. While many still use its old name, it now shares a genus with tropical cousins like the Dracaena marginata!

Plant Origin

Africa, Madagascar, Asia

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Snake Plant Laurentii:
  • Wrinkled leaves, dry potting mix:

Thirsty plant, underwatered

  • Mushy leaves, wet potting mix:

Overwatered