Moonshine Snake Plant

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Dracaena trifasciata 'Moonshine'

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

Also called: Silver Snake Plant

Scientific Name History

Current accepted name: Dracaena trifasciata 'Moonshine'

Previously or alternatively classified as: Sansevieria trifasciata 'Moonshine'

How to identify it

Upright snake plant with broad sword-like leaves in pale silvery sage-green rather than strong horizontal banding.

Growing characteristics

Growth habit: rhizomatous upright.

Plant Mood Meter: Chill AF

Drought-tolerant and straightforward, though brighter light helps maintain the silvery foliage.

Care guide

Light

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

Water

Allow the mix to 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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