Sansevieria trifasciata Golden Flame – Snake Plant

Description

Light

Sanseviera trifasciata Golden Flame does best in moderate to bright, indirect light, but can also adapt to low light conditions if preferred.

Watering

Allow the soil to dry out completely before watering. Water thoroughly and allow to drain freely. Do not allow the plant to sit in water as this will cause root rot.

Temperature

Golden Flame is happy in places with temperatures between 15°C and 23°C and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C for short periods.

Humidity

This Snake Plant will do fine in normal household humidity. Avoid humid locations but if brown tips develop, consider occasional misting.

Feed

Apply a weak dose of cactus or general purpose feed once a month at most during the growing season. Sansevieria are low maintenance plants and don’t need a lot of food.

Height & Growth Rate

The trifasciata Golden Flame is a slow-growing plant which typically reaches an ultimate height of around 80cm, and may spread up to 30cm.

Toxicity

Sansevieria are mildly toxic if eaten. Keep away from children and animals. Do not consume.

Air Purifying

Sansevieria filter airborne toxins such as benzene and formaldehyde and are part of our clean air plant collection.

Origin

Sansevieria trifasciata Golden Flame is native to the tropical West African region.