Dwarf Snake Plant
Dwarf Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) is a succulent growing 6-12 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with slow growth in well-drained, sandy soil, requiring full sun and low moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Succulent
Height
0.3-0.5 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
West Africa
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
15-30°C
Humidity (%)
40-60%
Potting media
Cactus mix
Fertilizers
Balanced fertilizer
Watering
Water when the soil is dry; avoid overwatering
Plant Weight
0.5-1 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.4 - 0.6
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental use
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Air purification; low-maintenance plant
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% cactus mix, 30% perlite, 30% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Mealybugs, Scale Insects, Fungal Leaf Spot
Symptoms
Yellowing leaves, brown spots, sticky residue, leaf drop
Organic Remedies
Improve soil drainage, prune affected parts, use neem oil