Sansevieria Zeylanica 《短版虎尾兰》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Sansevieria zeylanica:

• Elegant, patterned foliage with gentle curves

• Incredibly hardy and drought-tolerant

• Excellent air-purifying properties

• Ideal for low-light environments

🌿 Sansevieria zeylanica – Care Guide

Sansevieria zeylanica, also known as Ceylon Bowstring Hemp, is a classic, hardy snake plant with long, sword-like leaves featuring wavy horizontal green-silver bands. Similar to Sansevieria trifasciata but with a more subtle and wilder variegation, it’s beloved for its resilience, air-purifying qualities, and sleek tropical look.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Tolerates low light and fluorescent lighting

• Color is more vibrant in brighter light

💧 Watering

• Water only when the soil is completely dry

• Spring–summer: every 2–3 weeks

• Fall–winter: every 4–6 weeks

• Avoid overwatering – root rot is the #1 enemy

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix

• Pot must have drainage holes

• Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal: 18–27°C (65–80°F)

• Avoid exposure below 10°C (50°F)

• Tolerates dry indoor air very well

🍃 Fertilizing

• Feed once a month in spring and summer

• Use a balanced, diluted succulent fertilizer

• No feeding needed in cooler months

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove yellow or damaged leaves at the base

• Wipe leaves gently to remove dust

• Can be propagated by division or leaf cuttings

✅ Ideal For

• Living rooms, offices, hallways, and low-light spaces

• Perfect for beginners, frequent travelers, or busy lifestyles

• Complements modern, minimalist, or tropical décor

⚠️ Pet Safety

• Mildly toxic to cats and dogs

  • Can cause nausea or vomiting if ingested

• Keep out of reach of pets and children

Add effortless greenery with Sansevieria zeylanica—a plant that balances natural beauty with near-indestructible ease.