The mother in laws tongue (also known as snake plant) is a flowering species which is primarily grown for it's slick sword like long leaves. This is a slow growing plant that anyone can grow because of it's low and high sun light tolerance and ease of watering.
The only way growers can cause this plant serious problems is if they over water or allow the plant to reside in very cold temperatures for long periods.
| Names: | Mother in law's tongue and snake plant (common). Sansevieria trifasciata (botanical/scientific). |
| Max Growth (approx): | Height 30 in (70 cm). |
| Poisonous for pets: | Toxic to cats and dogs. |