‹ All plantsWhale Fin Snake Plant
Dracaena masoniana
Snake plant relatives (Dracaena/Sansevieria)Mood Meter: Chill AF
Also called: Whale Fin Sansevieria, Mason's Congo
Scientific Name History
Current accepted name: Dracaena masoniana
Previously or alternatively classified as: Sansevieria masoniana
Usually produces one or a few extremely broad paddle-like mottled leaves rising upright from rhizomes.
Growth habit: rhizomatous upright.
Plant Mood Meter: Chill AF
Extremely drought-tolerant; the main risk is watering too frequently in a dense mix.
Care guide
Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Gentle direct sun can be tolerated after acclimation.
Allow the mix to dry thoroughly between waterings.
Very airy, fast-draining mix with substantial mineral aeration.
Average dry household air is appropriate.
Problems Planticist can help with UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup
