Sansevieria trifasciata also known as Snake Plant, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to tropical West Africa from Nigeria east to the Congo. It is an evergreen perennial plant forming dense stands, spreading by way of its creeping rhizome, which is sometimes above ground, sometimes underground. Its stiff leaves grow vertically from a basal rosette.
LIGHT: Place your Snake Plant in bright, indirect light. It can tolerate low light conditions but may lose variegation in deep shade. Avoid direct sunlight, especially during hot afternoons.
WATERING: Let the soil dry between waterings. During winter, reduce watering to monthly, or whenever the soil is dry to the touch. Err on the side of underwatering; too much water can kill the plant.
SLOW GROWERS: Snake plants are slow growers, so they won’t need repotting often. If your plant has outgrown its pot, consider repotting it in spring into a slightly larger container. Snake plants are slow growers, so they won’t need erpotting often.
Fittonia plant is an evergreen perennial flowering plant belonging to the Acanthaceae family. Its striking feature is its patterned foliage, with a network of veins picked out in a different color from the oval leaves. You can choose from several vibrant color schemes, including green and white, green and pink, orange and pink, and even an almost day-glo lime with electric pink. Fittonia forms a compact mound with a slowly spreading habit, making it an attractive specimen plant for indoor spaces. While it rarely flowers indoors, many growers pinch out the dainty pale flower spikes to encourage energy focus on leaf growth. Fittonia originates from the forest floor of tropical South America.
Light: It thrives in bright filtered light and prefers humidity.
Placement: Try it in a slightly more humid bathroom or kitchen away from direct sunlight, or on a north-facing windowsill.
Terrariums: Its slow growth and compact size make it suitable for terrariums, especially when planted alongside ferns and moss.
Avoid Temperature Swings: Keep it away from doors or windows where it might experience temperature fluctuations or drafts.
Planting and Care: Plant Fittonia in humus-rich, peat-free house plant compost in a pot with drainage holes. Water it carefully with filtered water, rainwater, or cooled boiled water. Allow the compost to almost dry out between watering. To maintain humidity, mist the leaves or place the pot on a tray with pebbles and water. Grouping Fittonia with other leafy house plants can create a favorable microhabitat.
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