Dracaena Trifasciata 

Snake Plant, also called Mother's Tongue, or it's old official name of Sansevieria Trifasciata.  They got reclassified and put in Dracaena family around 2017.  These succulents are from south and middle Africa. Great starter plant for the newbies with a dramatic look in the tall standing, stiff leaves.  The plant is also said to bring good luck and represent determination due to it's hardy nature and long life in plant years.  

Plant Care Tips:

Watering:

  It likes to dry out thoroughly between drinks.  Overwatering is the most likely way to kill a Snake Plant, make sure it's bone dry before adding.

 Lighting: 

These guys can handle a wide variation of lighting situations. These guys tend to get classified as low-light plants because they can survive a lower light setting.  The key word here is "survive", not thrive.  They enjoy medium and even brighter light and will actually grow and produce offshoots, etc when placed in these lighting conditions vs a darker area.     

  Temperature:

 Soil Medium:

Snakes on a leaf! If your snake plant's leaves are feeling a bit droopy or bending like they're in a yoga class, it might be drowning in too much H2O. These plants are like desert warriors, hoarding water for a rainy day and not needing frequent drinks. Watch out for that sneaky root rot - it creeps in when the soil is soggy for too long. If those leaves feel squishy and sad, check if your pot has a secret escape route for excess water.

Eyeing a new leafy buddy? All snake plants are good additions to a variety of living environments, can handle alot of neglect, and adapt nicely to changes.  Check out these other cool variations of snake plant pals:

Dracaena trifasciata 'Hahnii': a small wonder with striped leaves, aka the bird's nest snake plant.

Dracaena trifasciata 'Twisted Sister': a petite cutie flaunting curled green-and-gold stalks.

Dracaena trifasciata 'Laurentii': a snazzy snake plant with yellow-trimmed leaves, a speckled look, and low-maintenance vibes.

 Dracaena angolensis: rocking thick, round stems bursting from a rosette base.