Botanical Name: Sansevieria cylindrica
Common Name: Devil’s tongue Type of Plant: monocot: houseplant Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape upright clump of thick, fleshy, pointed leaves with odd, creased, cylindrical shape; very dramatic in form and texture Height to 4' Spread to 4' Growth Rate slow Environment: Exposure in/outdoor bright areas indoors, partial shade outdoors Soil most any soil with good drainage Hardiness some frost (zones 13-24) Morphology: Leaves thick, cylindrical leaves to 4' long, 1" thick; usually ribbed; ribs expand and contract with moisture level in plant Flowers tiny yellowish flowers in spikes; held close to foliage Fruit small berry Propagation: division Usage: curiosity plant, container plant, accent in desert or succulent gardens, collector’s item plant Landscape Care: Watering prefers deep, infrequent watering Fertilizing slow-release at planting time Pruning remove dead flowers and unsightly leaves Pests/Diseases root rot where drainage in poor Origin: Africa Family: Agavaceae Notes: |
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