- Easy Care
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light, Low Light)
- Below Average Water Needs
- Succulent and Cacti Soil
- Mature Height 10 Inches
Snake plant ‘Laurentii Dwarf’ is a sturdy, drought-tolerant succulent, making it the perfect starter plant for anyone who wants to become a houseplant gardener. It has sword-shaped leaves that are horizontally striped with light and dark green, contrasted by bright-yellow margins. This popular houseplant is perfect for small spaces due to its compact form. The Snake plant ‘Laurentii Dwarf’ is native to West Africa and Nigeria.
Best Locations For Growing Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant
The snake plant ‘Laurentii Dwarf’ is generally a slow grower and works well in small spaces. This compact form can be placed on shelves, side tables, or window sills. The Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant thrives on neglect so it’s a great low-maintenance option for your home or office.
Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant Sunlight Requirements
Provide the Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant with plenty of indirect or filtered sunlight. Two or three feet away from a south-facing window, or near an east- or west-facing window is ideal. This plant is highly adaptable and can survive in low to high light conditions.
Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant Care
The Snake plant ‘Laurentii Dwarf’ is nearly indestructible and ideal for a beginner houseplant owner. It only needs water if it’s completely dry, and can grow in a wide range of lighting conditions. Snake plants do well with a fast-draining potting mix, and generally any all-purpose succulent and cacti soil is a good choice. This plant will only need to be repotted every couple of years.
Watering Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant
Water this plant about every two to three weeks when the top few inches of soil become dry. This snake plant will tolerate the soil drying out completely between waterings. During the winter months, reduce watering. Avoid over-watering this plant since it is susceptible to root rot.
Feeding Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant
The Snake Plant ‘Laurentii Dwarf’ can be fed using a cacti and succulent fertilizer. There is no need to fertilize this plant over the winter when growth slows.
Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant Information
Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light, Low Light |
Care Requirements: Easy |
Watering Requirements: Below Average - Let the soil dry completely, then water deeply. |
Pet Friendly: No |
Kid Friendly: No |
Air Purifier: Low |
Habit: Upright |
Growth Rate: Slow |
Mature Height: 6 inches |
Mature Spread: 4 inches |
Flowering: No |
Flower Color(s): None |
Flower Shade/Description: Grown for Foliage |
Fragrant: No |
Foliage Type: Variegated |
Foliage Color(s): Green, Yellow |
Foliage Description: Dark Green with Yellow Outline Variegated |
Temperature: 60° - 75°F (16° - 24°C) |
Humidity: Above Average (60% - 80%) |
Common Name: Laurentii Dwarf Snake Plant |
Other Name(s): Variegated Snake Plant, Mother-In-Law's Tongue, Ocean Star Snake Plant |
Scientific Name: Sansevieria trifasciata 'Laurentii Dwarf' |
Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Snake_Laurentii.Dwarf-HP
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