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Snake Plant, Mother-In-Law's Tongue
Sansevieria trifasciata 'Laurenti'

Ruscaceae (formerly Liliaceae, sometimes Agavaceae or Dracaenaceae)

Rosette of linear leaves which are leathery and stiff stands erect from the soil. Leaves have a gold band on the edges.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Use: medium foliage floor plant

Exposure: low

Flower Color: white

Blooming Period: summer

Height: 3-5 feet

Width: 2 feet

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Allow soil to dry between waterings. Other cultivars have white bands across the foliage. It is a durable houseplant.

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