Sansevieria Patens, Superb Amazing Care And Guides Before You Have This Plant! (2021)

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Sansevieria Patens

Sansevieria patens has vibrant green leaves that will complement any decor or color scheme. This chunky Sansevieria grows in a rosette shape with short, cylindrical leaves and is native to eastern Africa. The grooved leaves can grow up to three feet long and have a diameter of about two inches.

Dark green with light green bands is the most common color. The plant produces clusters of grayish-white flowers when it blooms. Sansevieria patens, like other Sansevieria varieties, thrives in moderately bright light. The plant’s natural colors will be enhanced by brighter light, but it can tolerate a wide range of light levels. This plant appreciates being watered infrequently but thoroughly. It is not frost resistant and must be protected or brought inside during freezing temperatures.


About Sansevierias

Sansevierias thrive in poor conditions, which is one of the reasons to grow them indoors. These succulents are low-maintenance and can add a splash of green and yellow to your home’s decor. Sansevieria has about 70 different species. These are flowering plants belonging to the Sansevieria genus and the Asparagaceae family. Because of their long leaves and tapered ends, Sansevieria varieties are commonly referred to as “snake plants.”

Other types of sansevieria plants have different common names depending on the variety. The Sansevieria trifasciata, for example, is known as’mother-in-tongue.’ law’s It gets its name from the long and sharp leaves of the plant. Because its fibers are strong enough to make bowstrings, this sansevieria variety is also known as “viper’s bowstring hemp”.


Sansevieria Patens Caring Tips

Snake plants are very easy to care for, in fact, they are similar to most succulent species in terms of care. Snake plants grow quickly if properly cared for, and they make excellent propagation plants. Because of the shape of their large, flat leaves, they easily collect dust and begin to look unattractive if not dusted on a regular basis. You must be careful not to damage the leaves or cause scarring while doing this.

Sansevieria varieties are resistant to a wide range of pests and diseases. Checking your plant’s leaves, root system, and soil for signs of pests or diseases is a good idea. Regular potting soil is not suitable for snake plant species because it is far too dense for them to thrive. To keep the roots from suffocating, pot them in cactus or succulent soil that is porous and drains well.


Best Climate Conditions For Sansevieria Patens

Snake plants can survive in a variety of environments as long as the temperature does not fall below 50°F (10°C). They make excellent houseplants and are also lovely to have in the garden. If you leave your plant out in the cold, it will quickly deteriorate. If the weather turns bad outside and your plant is on a balcony or in your backyard, you must bring snake plant varieties inside for protection.


Optimal Watering For Sansevieria Patens

It can be difficult to water your snake plant properly. Overwatering is the most common problem that succulent growers face all over the world. It’s best to water your plant from the bottom up. This allows the roots to grow deeper into the pot while also preventing flooding because any excess water can be tipped out. Water your succulent plant using the “soak and dry” method. Every day, check the soil and only water the plant if it is completely dry. This is critical because overwatering can cause root rot and other diseases.


Optimal Light For Sansevieria Patens

Place your snake plant in a sunny corner of the house, in partial or indirect sunlight, if you want it to grow quickly. Place your plant in a shaded area that gets some sunlight during the day if you want it to grow slowly. It’s not a good idea to leave your succulent in direct sunlight for long periods of time. Its leaves may become brittle, split, and develop permanent scarring that will not go away unless the damaged areas are trimmed and removed.

Pro tip: Always plant your snake plant in pots rather than large containers that are difficult to move. This allows you to maintain complete control over the plant’s environment at all times.


Water For Sansevieria Patens

It’s simple with the watering – it’s crucial for Snake Plant care. You must be careful not to overwater your plant or it will rot. Before thoroughly watering again, make sure the soil is almost completely dry. Every 2-8 weeks, water your Snake Plants. Depending on your home environment, type of soil mix, and pot size, you’ll need to adjust your watering schedule. In the winter, when the temperatures are cooler and the sun is less intense, I water my Snake Plants less frequently (every 8 weeks for those in large pots). Your houseplants prefer to rest at this time of year.

Allow no water to collect in the center of the leaves (where they form a cup), as this will result in a mushy plant that will eventually rot. This is the plant for you if you travel or tend to ignore plants.


Temperature

In our homes, Sansevierias can withstand a wide range of temperatures. If you’re comfortable in your home, your Snake Plants will be as well. Simply keep them away from drafts and heating and cooling vents. I have one in a pot growing outside that is doing well. In the summer, it can be very hot here in the desert, and a few evenings can be below freezing in the winter. If yours is spending the summer outside, keep in mind that they do not tolerate frost or snow, so bring them inside before the temperatures drop too low.


Air Circulation For Sansevieria Patens

The dry, stale air in our homes and offices doesn’t bother these plants. They’ll also work well in bathrooms, which have much higher humidity levels. Another quality that earns this houseplant the moniker “diehard” is its adaptability.


Propagation For Sansevieria Patens

You might never need to buy another Snake Plant once you’ve got one. They’re very simple to spread. When grown in the garden, they spread by underground stems called rhizomes, which allow them to self-propagate. The simplest methods for propagating a houseplant are division followed by leaf cuttings.


Soil For Sansevieria Patens

Snake plants aren’t picky about the nutrients they need in their soil. I’d recommend a fast-draining, well-draining soil to help prevent root rot, which is one of the main issues that kills these plants. Potting soil for succulents and cacti. In a one-to-one ratio. If the mixture appears to be too heavy, I add a few handfuls of pumice perlite to increase the aeration and drainage. If the pot only has one or two smaller drain holes, I’ll do the same thing. More information on the soil mix I use for Snake Plants can be found under “Repotting”.


Fertilizer For Sansevieria Patens

Until this year, I had never fertilized my Snake Plants (see note below). Every spring, I give them a worm compost and compost topping. Every spring, I give most of my houseplants a light application of worm compost, followed by a light layer of compost. For a 6′′ houseplant, a 1/4” layer of each is all that is required.

See my Worm Composting/Compost Feeding page for more information. If you prefer to fertilize, you can use an organic all-purpose houseplant food. Just make sure to fertilize twice a year, in the spring and/or summer. Snake plants don’t require much in the way of care. Houseplants need to rest in the late fall and winter, so don’t fertilize them during that time. Also, avoid fertilizing a stressed houseplant, such as one that is bone dry or soaking wet.

During the summer, 2-3 times is sufficient. Tucson has a longer growing season and more difficult growing conditions. In between Eleanor’s feedings, I use Max Sea once or twice.


Repotting For Sansevieria Patens

You don’t have to repot your Snake Plants right away. They grow better in pots, and I’ve seen quite a few that have broken their grow pots. The rhizomes and roots are extremely tough. I repot my plants every 2–5 years at the most. Transplanting every 5-10 years will suffice if yours is growing in low light and not growing much.


Safe For Pets

My cats have never chewed on any of my Sansevieras, whether they’re inside or outside. Their leaves are tough, so I’m guessing they’re not as appealing as a crunchy Spider Plant leaf. I don’t test how toxic plants are on my cats (thank goodness!) and instead rely on reputable sources for information on this topic. Cats and dogs are mildly poisoned by snake plants. For more information on this subject, I go to the ASPCA website and look up how toxic the plant is. Most houseplants are toxic to pets in some way, and I’d like to share some of my thoughts on the subject with you. In this case, I recommend doing a little more research and coming to your own conclusions.


Sum Up

See having Snake plant is good choice for you to have! It’s cool, its famous, it’s easy to have and care!

What else do you need? In this pandemic time like this, is a good choice for you to have an new activity…

…and having snake plant is a good choice for you to have!


Conclusion

Last thing for sure. This plant need to be care carefully, remember plant need the “love” too.

Alright that’s all for today! Do you have any questions about all of this?

Or do you have any new methods for having and caring sansevieria patens as your houseplant?

Let me know your recommendation from the comment below.

I hope you can now take care your snake carefully and grow it big! Thanks for reading this article! Bye!

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