Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' Live Plant
3" Pot / Nursery Pot
$13.50
Sale price
$13.50
Regular price
$18.00
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Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' Live Plant
$13.50
Sale price
$13.50
Regular price
$18.00
Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' (Dracaena trifasciata) sends up tall, sword-shaped leaves banded in wavy silver-green — sculptural, architectural, and just about indestructible.
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Natural variation expected with live plants
Botanical Label
- Common name: Snake Plant 'Zeylanica'
- Botanical name: Dracaena trifasciata
- Pot size: 3", 4", 6", 8" or 10" nursery pot (choose at checkout)
- Light: Adapts low to bright, indirect; brightest growth in bright light
- Water: only when the soil is fully dry — roughly every 2–3 weeks, much less in winter.
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly — one of the most forgiving houseplants, as long as you don't overwater.
- Growth style: Upright, architectural, clumping (spreads by rhizomes).
- Mature size: Upright leaves can reach a couple of feet over time — mature size can vary by growing conditions.
- Lifespan: Can live for many years with regular care — varies by growing conditions.
- Pet safety: Not pet-safe — toxic to cats and dogs if eaten. Keep out of reach of pets.
- Best for: Floors, shelves, desks, and low-light corners.
- Vibe/personality: Bold, upright, architectural.
Curator's Note: Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' brings bold, upright, architectural to a space — a rewarding plant to live with and watch grow.
Why It Belongs in Your Collection
- Bold, upright leaves that make an architectural statement
- Extremely forgiving — handles low light and infrequent watering
- Great for beginners, offices, and forgetful waterers
- Slow, tidy grower that stays where you put it
- Spreads into a fuller clump over time
- A striking floor or shelf plant
Care Notes from the Greenhouse
- Light: Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' adapts to almost any light, from low to bright indirect — it grows fastest in bright, indirect light, but tolerates lower light better than most plants. Avoid intense, direct sun through glass.
- Watering: Water sparingly — only when the soil is completely dry, roughly every 2–3 weeks (less in winter). Overwatering and soggy soil cause root rot, which is the most common way to lose one.
- Humidity: Average household humidity is fine — no misting needed.
- Temperature: Warm room temperatures; protect it from frost and cold drafts.
- Soil: A free-draining mix (a cactus/succulent mix or potting soil cut with perlite) in a pot with a drainage hole.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly once or twice in spring and summer; none in winter.
- Pruning: Trim any damaged leaves at the base; it spreads into a clump and can be divided.
- Care tip: When in doubt, don't water — snake plants forgive neglect far better than overwatering.
Best Display Spots
- Floor in a low-light corner: a tall, architectural accent.
- Shelf or desk: tidy and upright, takes little space.
- Office with low light: handles it better than almost any plant.
- Bedroom: easygoing and low-maintenance.
- Bright spot for faster growth: it grows quicker in good light.
Best For / Think Twice If
Best for:
- Beginners and busy or forgetful waterers
- Low-light rooms and offices
- People who want an upright, architectural plant
- Small spaces — it stays tidy
Think twice if:
- Homes with pets that may chew leaves — it is toxic
- People who tend to overwater — soggy soil rots it
- Anyone wanting a trailing or bushy look
- Spots that stay cold or frosty
Botanical Exhibit Notes
- Snake plants are native to West Africa and store water in their thick, upright leaves — which is why they handle drought so well.
- Once classified as Sansevieria, they're now placed in the genus Dracaena (as Dracaena trifasciata).
- They spread by underground rhizomes, sending up new leaves and "pups" beside the parent.
- Common nicknames include "mother-in-law's tongue" for the tall, pointed leaves.
- They're considered toxic to cats and dogs, so they're best kept out of reach of pets.
From Our Greenhouse to Your Home
Florida Plant ships across the continental U.S. Your plant ships from Florida and California, USA, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil unless noted. Orders dispatch within 1–4 business days, early in the week so plants don't sit over a weekend in transit.
During cold weather, orders to colder areas are sent with a heat pack, and we may hold delivery to very cold areas until it's safe to ship. Every plant is backed by our 48-hour live-arrival guarantee — contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos if there's an issue.
Because this is a live plant, each one is unique — size, fullness, color, and shape vary naturally, and minor cosmetic imperfections can happen. Give your plant a little time to settle in after it arrives.
Plant Questions, Answered
How often should I water Snake Plant 'Zeylanica'?
Water only when the soil is fully dry — roughly every 2–3 weeks, much less in winter. It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.
What kind of light does Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' need?
Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' adapts to almost any light, from low to bright indirect — it grows fastest in bright, indirect light, but tolerates lower light better than most plants. Avoid intense, direct sun through glass.
Is Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' pet safe?
No. Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' is considered toxic to cats and dogs if eaten, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Why are my Snake Plant 'Zeylanica' leaves soft, mushy, or falling over?
Almost always overwatering and root rot. Let the soil dry out completely, water much less often, make sure the pot drains, and remove any mushy leaves at the base.
Plant care at a glance
- Light
- Bright, indirect light
- Care level
- Easy