Sansevieria

Snake Plant, Mother-in-law's Tongue, Saint George's Sword, Viper's Bowstring Hemp

Spiritual Message by the Mother/ Quotes by Sri Aurobindo

The spiritual man is one who has discovered his soul: he has found his self and lives in that, is conscious of it, has the joy of it; he needs nothing external for his completeness of existence.

Sri Aurobindo, The Life Divine - II: The Gnostic Being

Colour

greenish-white

Varieties

Message of the Flower

Power of Spirituality

The Mother’s Comment

True spirituality transforms life.

Message of the Flower

Joy of Spirituality

The Mother’s Comment

The reward of sincere efforts.

Family

Asparagaceae

Cultivars

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Laurentii,' Sansevieria trifasciata 'Hahnii,' and Sansevieria cylindrica 'Boncel.'

Person who named the flower

The genus Sansevieria was named by Carl Peter Thunberg, a Swedish botanist, in honor of an Italian prince, Raimondo di Sangro

Flower Size

generally small and inconspicuous.

Flower Texture

waxy or papery

Number of Petals

Six

Floral Symmetry

Radial

Fragrance of Flower

No

Leaf Texture

stiff and leathery

Leaf Arrangement

rosette

Leaf Color

can vary in color from dark green to variegated with yellow or white stripes.

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

herbaceous or succulent

Life Cycle

perennial

Blooming Period

sporadically throughout the year

Climate

tropical and subtropical

Water Requirements

drought-tolerant and prefer to dry out between waterings.

Soil Type

Well-draining

Temperature Ranges

can tolerate a wide range of temperatures but prefers warmer conditions.

Sun or Shade

can tolerate both full sun and low light conditions

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

relatively pest and disease-resistant

Pollinators

insects like moths

Habitat

native to various regions in Africa and Asia

Role in the Ecosystem

provides habitat and food for some insects

Ornamental

primarily grown as an ornamental plant.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Used for air purification and decoration.

Endangered Status

The wild populations of some Sansevieria species may be threatened due to habitat loss.

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