Sansevieria cylindrica,
also known as African spear plant, is a striking indoor houseplant to add to your collection.
Common Names:
Plant Care Tips:
Dracaena angolensis, synonym Sansevieria cylindrica, also known as the cylindrical snake plant, African spear or spear sansevieria or in Brazil Saint Bárbara sword, is a succulent plant native to Angola. Formerly in the genus Sansevieria, it is now included in Dracaena.
Common Issues:
Dracaena angolensis, also known as the cylindrical snake plant or African spear, is a succulent plant indigenous to Angola, previously classified under the Sansevieria genus but now categorized under Dracaena.
Common Details:
- Scientific Name: Sansevieria cylindrica, also called Dracaena angolensis
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Height and Spread: Reaches 6 feet in height and 2 feet in width
- Light: Requires bright light to full sun exposure
- Soil: Thrives in well-draining cactus mix
- Watering: Water deeply, then let the soil dry completely before the next watering
- Fertilizer: Apply liquid succulent fertilizer monthly during the growing season
- Pests & Diseases: Susceptible to vine weevils and mealy bugs.
