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Dracaena trifasciata /dɹæˈkeɪ.nə/

Common name: Snake plant

Dracaena trifasciata

Care summary

Sun Low to bright indirect light; tolerant of most conditions
Water Water infrequently; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
Soil Well-draining cactus or succulent mix, pH 5.5–7.0
Hardiness
Mature height
Pet safe
Difficulty Easy
Propagation Easiest by division: separate the rhizome clumps when repotting and pot each section up. Leaf cuttings also work — cut a leaf into 5-10 cm sections and insert them upright in moist, gritty soil — though variegated types lose their striping from leaf cuttings.

Fun facts

  • Formerly classified as Sansevieria trifasciata
  • Uses CAM photosynthesis to tolerate low light and drought

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Common problems

    • Water with rainwater or distilled water
    • Raise humidity with regular misting
    • Trim brown tips with clean scissors
    • Let soil dry fully between waterings
    • Use a pot with drainage holes
    • Wipe leaves with a damp cloth
    • Treat pests with insecticidal soap
    • Cut back watering in winter months
    • Repot in gritty, free-draining mix