FREE: Snake Plant or Mother-in-Law Tounge

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Commonly called Snake Plants, "sansevieria," or Mother-in-law's Tongue. In China, it was kept as a treasured houseplant because the Eight Gods bestowed their eight virtues on those who grew them.Extremely hardy house plant, difficult to kill. Will grow in dim light, water when dry. A natural detoxifying plant that filters benzene, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, xylene, toluene & ammonia.

I will ship one(1) young plant, dry root (wrapped in a wet paper towel for moisture), ready to put into the soil. Mother-in-Law's Tongue (also known as Snake Plant) is one of the most carefree house plants you can grow. It thrives in just about any light. Prefers dry air and soil. Rarely needs repotted but when healthy, it will put out underground runners to establish new plants nearby.

This succulent house plant grows stiffly upright variegated leaves. Mother-in-Law's Tongue is ideal for beginners, but seasoned gardeners also love this accent plant's dramatic, sword-shaped leaves. Slow-growing, it will live for many years with good care.

Water the soil, taking care not to get water on the leaves, which will cause them to rot. If the leaves turn yellow, or get soft and mushy at their base, it's over watered. Use cactus type growing media. Mine grow in the sand here in Florida (Zone 10), and love it.

Any problems with growing Sansevieria are usually related to watering. Allow the top inch (2.5 cm) of soil to dry out between waterings during the growing season. In winter, water just enough to prevent the soil from drying out. Overwatering will cause root rot.

Repot in spring, only when plants get crowded and need dividing. Keep the rosette of the leaves at soil level. Use a wide, heavy container to prevent toppling. This tall plant can get top-heavy.