{"id":14172,"date":"2021-08-01T11:28:19","date_gmt":"2021-08-01T05:58:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/?p=14172"},"modified":"2021-08-02T11:32:43","modified_gmt":"2021-08-02T06:02:43","slug":"snake-plant-care-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide","title":{"rendered":"Snake Plant Care Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide\/#About_Snake_Plant\" >About Snake Plant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide\/#The_Different_Varieties_of_Snake_Plant\" >The Different Varieties of Snake Plant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide\/#How_to_Plant_it\" >How to Plant it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide\/#What_is_the_Ideal_Location\" >What is the Ideal Location?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide\/#What_are_the_Watering_Tips\" >What are the Watering Tips?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide\/#What_is_its_Optimum_Sunlight_Intake\" >What is its Optimum Sunlight Intake?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide\/#Does_it_have_any_Benefits\" >Does it have any Benefits?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fnp.sg\/blog\/snake-plant-care-guide\/#What_are_its_Dangers\" >What are its Dangers?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>The Snake Plant is one of the most intriguing plants due to its name and foliage. It usually serves for ornamental purposes in homes and offices as it effortlessly provides a fresh ambience.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Snake_Plant\"><\/span><strong>About Snake Plant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Scientifically this plant is known as Sansevieria trifasciata, but commonly it is called Mother-in-law&#8217;s tongue. It is a very popular indoor plant native to Asia and Africa. Its sharp and edgy leaves are the actual show stopper that many assume to be artificial.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Different_Varieties_of_Snake_Plant\"><\/span><strong>The Different Varieties of Snake Plant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 Sansevieria trifasciata Hahnii, aka bird&#8217;s best snake plant, because the leaves resemble a bird&#8217;s nest.<br \/>\n\u2022 Sansevieria cylindrica, aka cylinder snake plant, whose leaves curve outward from the centre.<br \/>\n\u2022 Sansevieria trifasciata Laurentii, aka variegated snake plant, has yellow margins on the leaves.<br \/>\n\u2022 Sansevieria trifasciata Twist, has leaves sprouting in twisted forms.<br \/>\n\u2022 Sansevieria trifasciata &#8216;Bantel\u2019s Sensation, has white vertical stripes on the narrow leaves.<br \/>\n\u2022 Sansevieria desertii, aka Rhino grass, has leaves with a red tint.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_it\"><\/span><strong>How to Plant it?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 The pot you choose should have a drainage hole in the bottom. Opt for a terracotta pot to a plastic one since the soil dries much easier.<br \/>\n\u2022 Get the succulents and cacti potting mix for your plant because they are well-draining.<br \/>\n\u2022 Avoid repotting the snake plant too deep in the pot. It should be somewhere in the middle so that it has enough space to grow.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Ideal_Location\"><\/span><strong>What is the Ideal Location?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The best spot for <a href=\"\/snake-plants\">indoor Snake plants<\/a> is where they get an uninterrupted share of sunlight. They should be placed on east-facing windows and balconies. Make sure the location is warm all year round.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Watering_Tips\"><\/span><strong>What are the Watering Tips?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 One of the most widely made mistakes is to overwater the Snake plant. It is a hardy indoor plant that can easily survive for days without water.<br \/>\n\u2022 The only way to water the plant at the appropriate time is by sticking your finger in the soil to check for any moisture. If the soil is wholly dry, water it. If not, let it sit for another day or two.<br \/>\n\u2022 In winters, reduce the frequency of the watering sessions since the soil takes longer to dry out.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_its_Optimum_Sunlight_Intake\"><\/span><strong>What is its Optimum Sunlight Intake?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 They are very flexible and forgiving plants.<br \/>\n\u2022 They adapt to bright, as well as, dim conditions, although in the latter, their growth rate remains low.<br \/>\n\u2022 Typically they require an indirect but steady light for optimal growth.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_it_have_any_Benefits\"><\/span><strong>Does it have any Benefits?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>\u2022 Purify the Air: Snake plants, like other succulents, help in purifying the air. They convert the indoor CO2 levels into oxygen at night.<br \/>\n\u2022 Remove Toxic Pollutants: They possess the ability to remove toxic pollutants from the indoor air. They absorb cancer-causing, benzene, xylene, formaldehyde, CO2 and toluene.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_its_Dangers\"><\/span><strong>What are its Dangers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The Snake plant is not particularly dangerous to have at home or office. However, the consumption of its leaves can turn out to be mildly toxic. If eaten in large doses, it can cause numbness and swelling in the tongue. It&#8217;s advised to keep children and pets at bay.<\/p>\n<p>Consider bringing Snake plants in aesthetic planters to make a peaceful and green corner at home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Snake Plant is one of the most intriguing plants due to its name and foliage. It usually serves for ornamental purposes in homes and offices as it effortlessly provides a fresh ambience. About Snake Plant Scientifically this plant is known as Sansevieria trifasciata, but commonly it is called Mother-in-law&#8217;s tongue. 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