Sansevieria trifasciata 'Futura Superba' - Snake Plant

Species Name: Dracaena trifasciata 

Common name(s): Sansevieria 'Futura Superba', Mother-in-law’s Tongue, Snake Plant, African Spear 

Defining Characteristics:

• Thick sword-shaped leaves are emerald green and patterned with yellow on the margins
• A very hardy plant that is perfect for garden hobbyists of all experience levels
• Air purifying
• Great beginner plant

Recommended Pot Size: Medium- Large 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs. 

Temperature Requirement: 55-80°F

Humidity: Moderate (30-70%) to Humid (70-100%) 

Watering Frequency: Minimal. Allow the soil to dry completely before watering. (This plant species is drought tolerant) 

Lighting:  Full Shade     Partial Shade

Soil Type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered here. 

Growth Rate: Slow 

Height (at maturity): 2 feet 

Origin: West Africa 

Regional locality: Common growing in the bush and vegetation in its native range

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Animal Terrarium/ Vivarium Use:

Care Notes: This plant has moderate humidity needs, although if the leaf tips begin to brown occasional misting may be needed. 

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 3 inch pot.