Description
Description: Sansevieria ‘Dragon,’ also known as Dragon Snake Plant, features tall, dark green leaves with unique, irregular patterns. This hardy succulent is perfect for adding a bold, dramatic look to your indoor collection.
Full Botanical Name: Sansevieria aubrytiana ‘Dragon’
Common Names: Dragon Snake Plant
Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to Africa and Madagascar.
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Grows in dry, rocky areas with minimal water.
Care Information:
- Light: Thrives in low to bright, indirect light. Can tolerate partial shade.
- Ideal Room: Perfect for rooms with low natural light such as bedrooms or offices.
- Feeding: Feed every 6-8 weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
- Humidity: Low humidity is adequate.
- Ideal Temperature: 60°F to 85°F (16°C to 29°C).
- Watering: Water infrequently, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings.
- Pet/Child Safe: Toxic if ingested.
- Soil Type: Well-draining soil mix with added perlite or sand for aeration.
- Propagation: Easily propagated by leaf cuttings or division.
- Eventual Height and Spread: Can reach up to 4-5 feet tall.
- Growth Rate: Slow.
- Pests and Treatment: Resistant to most pests; treat mealybugs or aphids with neem oil if needed.
- Repotting: Every 2-3 years to refresh soil.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged leaves.
- Folk Law: Associated with protection and endurance.
- Air Purification: Effective at removing toxins like formaldehyde, xylene, and benzene.
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