sansevieria species
Sansevieria species have become some of the most sought-after houseplants across New Zealand for their striking architectural forms and unrivalled resilience. Often called “snake plants” or “mother-in-law’s tongue”, these bold beauties belong to the Dracaena genus but are still widely known by their classic name, Sansevieria. With dozens of unique varieties, each with its own distinctive leaf shape, colour pattern and growth habit, sansevieria species make it easy for plant lovers to bring effortless greenery indoors.
Sansevieria 'Laurentii' (Mother In Laws Tongue)
The Sansevieria Laurentii plant, commonly known as the Mother in Law Tongue, is a very popular indoor plant. It features upright and fleshy leaves that are green-grey with yellow edges. The spear shaped leaves arise from the base of this clump growing plant. It grows slowly to eventually reach 1 m tall and 50 cm wide but often grows to about 45 cm tall and 20 cm wide in a container. The Sansevieria Laurentii plant makes for a fabulous indoor plant and is well suited to providing colour to offices and foyers. It can be grown outdoors in warmer climates and suits Mediterranean themed gardens.
Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant)
Sansevieria Hahnii, commonly known as the Dwarf Snake Plant or Serpent Plant, is a very popular indoor plant. It features upright and fleshy leaves that are green with a yellow edge. The spear shaped leaves arise from the base of this clump growing plant. The spear shaped leaves arise from the base of this clump growing plant. It grows slowly to eventually reach about 30 cm tall and 20 cm wide. The Dwarf Snake Plan makes for a fabulous indoor plant and is well suited to providing colour and texture to offices where it can be placed on a shelf or desk without being an intrusion. Sansevieria Hahnii can be grown outdoors in warmer climates and suits Mediterranean themed gardens.
