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Sansevieria Trifasciata Hahnii (Bird’s Nest)
₨ 400.00
Description
Sansevieria trifasciata Hahnii is a popular houseplant with dark green leaves marked with a pattern of wavy cross stripes in a lighter color.
What makes it special:
- NASA recommended an air purifier plant.
- Best plant for AC rooms, office desk.
- Zero maintenance plant.
- Best indoor plant for low light condition.
- Popular houseplant with wavy cross stripes.
Sansevieria trifasciata is also known as the Snake Plant is one of the most popular and hardy species of houseplants belongs to the family Asparagaceae. Sansevieria trifasciata has broad strap-like, upright leaves that are dark green and marked with a pattern of wavy cross stripes in a lighter color.
The striping gives it the common name of the snake plant. Snake plants can survive low light levels, drought and have few insect problems. NASA research has even shown that snake plants are able to help keep the air inside the home clean, removing toxins such as formaldehyde and benzene.
Description
Planting and care
Sunlight
- Keep the plant indoor with bright indirect natural light or bright artificial light.
- Protect the plant from direct harsh sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage.
Soil
- The soil should be well drained and fertile rich in organic content.
Watering
- Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
- Water when top soil (3-4 inches) feels dry to touch.
- Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Application of Fertilizer
- During the main growing season feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
- Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
Re-potting
- When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.
- Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.