Laurentii Snake Plant

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Dracaena trifasciata 'Laurentii'

Snake plant relatives (Dracaena/Sansevieria)Mood Meter: Chill AF

Also called: Golden Snake Plant, Variegated Snake Plant

Scientific Name History

Current accepted name: Dracaena trifasciata 'Laurentii'

Previously or alternatively classified as: Sansevieria trifasciata 'Laurentii'

How to identify it

Tall sword-shaped snake-plant leaves with horizontal gray-green banding and bright yellow margins.

Growing characteristics

Growth habit: rhizomatous upright.

Plant Mood Meter: Chill AF

Very drought-tolerant and forgiving; excessive watering is the main recurring problem.

Care guide

Light

Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Some gentle direct sun is tolerated.

Water

Let the mix dry thoroughly between waterings.

Soil / substrate

Fast-draining, airy mix.

Humidity

Average to moderate household humidity is suitable.

Support / growth

No support needed.

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

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