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snake plant varieties

Snake plant varieties are famed for their architectural foliage, incredible resilience, and air purifying qualities, making them one of New Zealand’s most popular indoor plant choices. With so many types of snake plant to choose from, finding the perfect variety for your space is easier than ever. Whether you're a passionate collector or a new plant parent, exploring the different shapes, colours, and sizes of snake plants can elevate your indoor garden and add a distinct style to your home or office.

Juncus effusus (Soft Rush Plant)

Juncus effusus (Spiral Rush) is an eye catching rush valued for its distinctive twisting green stems, compact clumping habit, and strong architectural form. It is well suited to New Zealand pond margins, rain gardens, damp borders, containers, and modern landscape designs where unusual texture is wanted.

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From $16.49

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Grasses

Height: 76 cm

Spread: 50 cm

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind

Garden uses: Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds

Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian

Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)

Zamioculcas Black Knight is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which are thick, glossy, and near black in colour. The foliage can reach 60 cm tall and the 40 cm wide but is often much less than this when grown as a potted plant.

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From $41.33

Suited to regions: Subtropical

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 60 cm

Spread: 40 cm

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical

Popular Snake Plant Varieties

When people talk about snake plant varieties, they're usually referring to the many cultivars within the Sansevieria genus—often called Mother-in-Law’s Tongue. Each offers something unique, from bold leaf markings to elegant form. If you’re keen to start or expand your snake plant collection, consider these favourites:

1. Sansevieria Moonshine (Snake Plant)

Sansevieria Moonshine (Snake Plant) stands out for its broad, silvery-green leaves that reflect light beautifully, bringing freshness into dim spaces. The upright growth and subtle shimmer add elegance to minimal or modern interiors. This variety thrives with minimal care and is tolerant of low light—ideal for Kiwi homes or offices.

2. Sansevieria Green (Serpent Plant)

If you prefer the classic, the Sansevieria Green (Serpent Plant) offers timeless appeal. Its sword-shaped, deep green leaves with overlapping patterns make it both eye-catching and durable. This variety is perfect for entryways, bedrooms, or anywhere that needs a splash of lush greenery, and it excels in filtering indoor air.

3. Sansevieria Black Coral

For something striking, Sansevieria Black Coral features dramatic, dark leaves streaked with silvery-green horizontal bands. Its distinctive appearance makes it a standout accent plant, especially in modern or monochrome interiors. It not only looks bold but performs brilliantly in low-light situations.

4. Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant)

Compact in size, Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant) forms rosettes of short, funnel-shaped leaves. This variety is ideal for desktops, shelves, or smaller spaces where taller snake plants would be overwhelming. Its unique, bird’s nest habit captures attention and brings structure to your indoor plant display.

Snake Plant Care and Benefits

All snake plant varieties are renowned for their hardiness. They’re drought tolerant, pest resistant, and adapt well to varying light conditions, from bright indirect sunlight to partial shade. Snake plants work double-duty by filtering out indoor toxins, improving air quality, and boosting wellbeing—perfect for Kiwi households aiming for a healthy, easy-care green oasis.

Other "Snake" Plants

If you’re looking to expand your collection beyond the Sansevieria group, consider Hibbertia scandens (Snake Vine), a beautiful, climbing plant with glossy leaves and yellow flowers—a wonderful addition to balcony gardens or outdoor spaces.

Find Your Ideal Snake Plant

From the sleek, silver tones of Sansevieria Moonshine to the compact charm of Sansevieria Hahnii, snake plant varieties offer a world of possibilities for New Zealand plant lovers. Browse our extensive indoor plant selection to discover the best fit for your space and style, and enjoy the rewards of these resilient, air-purifying beauties.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

snake plant varieties

Juncus effusus (Soft Rush Plant)

Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)

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