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19 November 2008

Mother-in-law's Tongue

Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Laurentii’

Genus: Sansevieria
Species: trifasciata
Cultivar: ‘Laurentii’

Named after the Prince of Sansevierio

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Category: Houseplants

Height: 1.30 m (130 cm)
Spread: 0.50 m (50 cm)

Form: Houseplant (in the UK)
Hardiness: Min 12C req.
Sun/Shade: Full sun or light shade
Soil Type: Soil based houseplant compost with added grit.

This evergreen perennial houseplant is easy to grow. Little watering is required, the thick leathery leaves store water. The main thing to avoid is over-watering; this being the main reason many of these plants do not survive during the winter months. Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Laurentii’ has dark green, erect, sword-like leaves that are edged gold.

 


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