Sanseveria trifasciata Laurentii - Mother-in-law's tongue - 100 cm - ø35

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Laurentii' (Mother-in-law's tongue)

Appearance of the plant

Sturdy, sword-shaped leaves in dark green with a yellow leaf edge and light transverse stripes

Upright, straight growth that takes up little space

In pots usually 40–120 cm high, depending on age and pot size

Location

Very versatile: tolerates both bright light and shade.

Grows faster in plenty of indirect sunlight

Can also be placed in dry, warm areas without any problems

Water requirement

Water very sparingly: allow the potting soil to dry completely between waterings.

Water more often in spring and summer; in winter sometimes only once a month

Very susceptible to root rot if overwatered

Winter hardiness

Not winter hardy, only suitable as a houseplant

Fun fact: The Sansevieria 'Laurentii' is one of the strongest air-purifying houseplants, according to NASA's Clean Air Study — ideal for bedrooms and offices because it also produces oxygen at night.