Super Star Snake Plant

Light Needs

Bright Indirect Light to Low Light

Mature Height

10 Inches

Mature Spread

12 to 18 inches

Feature

Low Maintenance

Introducing the Super Star Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata 'Super Star'), a stunning and rare variety of the beloved snake plant family. This miniature marvel boasts wide, dark green leaves adorned with expressive patterns of lime and yellow streaks that resemble illuminated brush strokes. The leaf margins are a light lemon hue, creating a striking contrast that seems to glow from within. Its compact rosette shape makes it a perfect choice for desktops, shelves, or any small space that needs a touch of natural elegance. Renowned for its resilience, the Super Star Snake Plant is exceptionally drought-tolerant and adapts well to various lighting conditions, making it an ideal plant for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this plant is known for its excellent air-purifying qualities, filtering toxins such as benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene from the air.

Best Locations for Growing Super Star Snake Plant

The Super Star Snake Plant thrives in a variety of indoor environments. It's perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, offices, or any space that could benefit from cleaner air and a stylish accent piece. Its compact size allows it to fit comfortably on windowsills, desks, or shelves. Since it's non-toxic to humans, this plant is safe to place in homes with children, but keep it out of reach of pets, as it can be mildly toxic if ingested.

Super Star Snake Plant Sunlight Requirements

This plant is highly adaptable to different light conditions. It thrives in low to bright indirect light, making it suitable for rooms with limited sunlight or well-lit spaces. While it can tolerate low light, brighter conditions will enhance its variegation and promote stronger growth. Avoid placing it in direct, intense sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.

Super Star Snake Plant Care

The Super Star Snake Plant is known for being low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for those with busy schedules or new to plant care. Pot it using a well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix to prevent root rot. A sandy soil blend that includes perlite or coarse sand is ideal. Choose a pot with drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.

Watering Super Star Snake Plant

Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is one of the few ways to harm this resilient plant. Water every 2-6 weeks, depending on the humidity and temperature of your home. During the winter months, reduce watering frequency, as the plant's growth slows down.

Feeding Super Star Snake Plant

Fertilize once a month during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength. There's no need to fertilize during the fall and winter months when the plant is not actively growing.

SKU:

12382585-AS