Last updated on August 25th, 2023 at 12:35 pm
The snake plant is a common houseplant that has been around for decades. There are many snake plant types, but here are the 25 most common ones.
Some of the most common snake plant types include Mother-in-law’s Tongue (mother of pearl), Hens and Chicks (babies), Golden Rattlesnake (giant snake), and Rosy Baby. This blog post will provide information on each one of the snake plant types, including care instructions, light requirements, water needs, etc.
How to propagate snake plants
The propagation process is very simple, although there are slightly different methods depending on the snake plant types you have. All types can be propagated by cuttings or division. The best time for this activity is in spring and summer when the plants grow new leaves rapidly which makes them stronger than ever.
Snake plants care
Snake plant care is very easy. The most important thing to remember is that all the snake plant types require lots of light and moderate watering. They love the sun, but should not be placed in front of windows where direct sunlight can burn their leaves or flowers. You must also avoid over-watering them as this will cause root rot which leads to brown leaves. If this happens, the plant must be cut off from its root system and a new one should grow back in no time.
25 common snake plant types
Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Mother-in-laws Tongue’
One of the most common snake plant types is Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Mother-in-law’s Tongue.’ This type has stiff, upright leaves with dark green bands on white margins. The leaf tips are pointed and may turn brown if it gets too dry in your home. It emits a very strong odour when it’s watered. It can grow up to two feet tall and its leaves may get yellow spots if you over-water it, so just water whenever the soil gets dry.
Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Twist’
Another one of the common snake plant types is Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Twist.’ The leaves are strap-like and grow in dark green with light stripes on them. This variety has a slight twist to the leaf, so it’s called ‘twist.’ It emits an odour when you water it that can be unpleasant to some people. It’s good for air purification and can grow up to two feet tall if it has enough sunlight.
Sansevieria ‘Golden hahnii’
The Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Golden hahnii’ snake plant is one of the most unique-looking varieties around. The leaves are green and yellow with golden edges, which make them look like two different plants in one! It’s also called mother-of-thousands or devil’s tongue because it spreads like wildfire if you let it grow in your garden. It emits a strong odour when you water it that can be unpleasant to some people.
Sansevieria ‘Futura robusta’
Sansevieria ‘Futura robusta’ is another perennial flowering succulent and one of the most popular snake plant types around here. The leaves are green and striped with a pointy tip. This variety can grow up to three feet tall if it has enough sunlight, so be sure you have the right snake plant for your space! It emits a strong odour when you water it, which can be unpleasant to some people.
Sansevieria ‘Black gold’
Sansevieria ‘Black Gold’ is also a perennial flowering succulent. The leaves are green with black bars on them.
This type has stiff upright leaves that have dark green bands on white margins and yellow edges. They emit a very strong odor when you water them which can be unpleasant to some people, so just watch your watering! They can grow up to two feet tall and their leaves may get yellow spots if you over-water this plant, so just water whenever the soil gets dry.
Sansevieria ‘Cylindrica’
The Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Cylindrica’ is a perennial flowering succulent. The leaves are stiff and upright with dark green bands on white margins and the leaf tips are pointed, making them look much like Mother-in-law’s tongue! They emit a very strong odor when you water them so just be careful not to overdo it!
Sansevieria ‘Laurentii’
The Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Laurentii’ is a perennial flowering succulent. The leaves are green with dark brown or black stripes on them, making this snake plant type one of the most unique-looking types around! They also emit a strong odour when they’re watered so just be careful not to overdo it and watch your watering! It can grow up to two feet tall if you give it enough sunlight.
Sansevieria ‘Bantel’s sensation’
If you are looking for a snake plant with an interesting pattern, this is a perfect choice. It has dark green leaves with yellow-green stripes and shiny silver dots in between each stripe which makes it look like crocodile skin. This is one of the most beautiful types of Sansevieria out there!
Sansevieria ‘Desert Queen’
This snake plant is characterized by its unique gray-green color and it looks like a piece of art. The leaves are narrow but they look amazing because the edges have purple stripes which make them appear to be covered in velvet. This variety can reach up to 50 cm (20 inches) high.
Sansevieria ‘Moonshine’
Sansevieria ‘Moonshine’ is a very special type of snake plant because it has leaves that are yellow-green with silver spots on them. It looks like the moon shining at night and this makes it perfect for any indoor garden or office space that you want to make look elegant.
Sansevieria masoniana ‘Mason congo’
This variety is characterized by its extremely long, thin, and lanceolate leaves that look like they were cut out of a sheet. This snake plant has dark green leaves with yellow-green margins which make it look amazing in any room you place it in!
Sansevieria kirkii ‘Star sansevieria’
This snake plant is one of the most unusual snake plant types around because it has a very symmetrical and geometric pattern. It looks like an art piece made out of minerals or crystals! The leaves are dark green with red veins that look like they were drawn on them using a pencil.
This variety has a very similar pattern to Sansevieria ‘Moonshine’ but it is slightly more yellow and the leaves look a bit rounder. It looks stunning when placed in a ceramic pot with other plants because of its unique foliage, which makes this snake plant perfect for an indoor garden or terrarium!
Sansevieria gracilis
This is a very beautiful type of Sansevieria because it has yellow-green leaves with silver spots which give the plant an ethereal look. You can place this snake plant in any room or office space and everyone will be amazed by its beauty! This variety only grows about 15 cm (six inches) high.
These snake plant types are characterized by their long, thin, and flexible leaves that look like they were made out of rubber bands! The leaves are dark green with a yellow stripe in the middle which makes them very distinctive from other snake plant types around. This variety is perfect for any indoor garden or terrarium!
Sansevieria fischeri
Sansevieria fischeri ‘Hahnii’ is a plant that has long, strap-like leaves and looks like asparagus. It can be used to decorate the edge of ponds or water features where it will grow with its roots submerged in water. The Sansevieria likes lots of direct sunlight but doesn’t need much water.
This snake plant type is the smallest of all. It also does well in low light and thrives when watered once a week or less, so it’s perfect for people who forget to water their plants! Additionally, this type of snake plant does well in pots.
Sansevieria patens
Sansevieria patens is a snake plant that has large, broad leaves. It can be used to decorate the edge of ponds or water features where it will grow with its roots submerged in water. The Sansevieria likes lots of direct sunlight but doesn’t need much water.
This type requires more light than other snake plant types, so it’s perfect for people who keep their homes bright and sunny. It does well in pots too!
Sansevieria canaliculata
Sansevieria canaliculata is a snake plant with green leaves that look like tubes. It can be used to decorate the edge of ponds or water features where it will grow with its roots submerged in water. The Sansevieria likes lots of direct sunlight, but doesn’t need much water.
This is another type that does well in pots. It is also a good choice for people who keep their homes bright and sunny, as it requires more light than other snake plant types!
Sansevieria ballyi
Sansevieria ballyi is a snake plant with long, green leaves that look like blades. It can be used to decorate the edge of ponds or water features where it will grow with its roots submerged in water. The Sansevieria likes lots of direct sunlight, but doesn’t need much water.
This type of snake plant requires more light than other types of snake plants, so it’s perfect for people who keep their homes bright and sunny. It does well in pots too!
Sansevieria Ehrenbergii ‘Blue Sansevieria’
The Sansevieria ehrenbergii ‘Blue Sansevieria’ is a low-maintenance houseplant. The snake plant has stiff, upright leaves and will grow up to 36 inches tall. This variety of the snake plant prefers filtered sunlight or partial shade and moist soil.
Sansevieria Cleopatra
The Sansevieria cleopatra is a low-maintenance houseplant. This variety of the snake plant has horizontal leaves that are green with dark markings along the center vein. It will grow up to 36 inches tall and prefers filtered sunlight or partial shade and moist soil.
Sansevieria Parva ‘Kenya Hyacinth’
Sansevieria Parva is a dwarf selection of Sansevieria. It grows slowly to form an attractive clump that matures into a grassy mound just one or two feet tall and about as wide.
Sansevieria Eillensis Chahin ‘Hahnii’
Sansevieria Eillensis Chahin is a green variety with white veins. The plant leaves out in the spring, but enters its resting state early in summer and stays mostly dormant until autumn when new growth resumes. It flowers during this time, producing pinkish-lavender blooms from an underground stem.
Sansevieria Eillensis Chahin tolerates full sun, but prefers shady conditions and moist soil with good drainage. It can be grown indoors or out in zones nine to eleven. Growing it as a houseplant requires bright indirect light and keeping the plant away from drafts of cold air.
Sansevieria zeylanica ‘Ceylon Bowstring Hemp’
Sansevieria zeylanica ‘Ceylon Bowstring Hemp’ is a dwarf form of Sansevieria. It has very glossy, long narrow dark green leaves with white edges and forms thick clumps.
These sansevierias are slow growers that grow upright or hang down like an urn; the plant rarely flowers.
Sansevieria zeylanica ‘Ceylon Bowstring Hemp’ is a slow-growing plant that does best in bright, indirect light. If the leaves turn yellow or brown, it needs less water and more sun. It can take low as well as high humidity conditions but requires good drainage to avoid root rot.
Sansevieria Whitney ‘Whitney Upright’
Sansevieria Whitney ‘Whitney Upright’ is a compact version of Sansevieria and grows to be about three feet tall. The leaves are glossy green with white spots that become more numerous as the plant ages.
The only care required for this species is occasional fertilization and the addition of water-soluble fertilizer to the soil if needed.
Sansevieria Whitney ‘Whitney Upright’ is a slow-growing plant that does best in bright indirect light. It can take low humidity conditions but requires good drainage to avoid root rot.
Sansevieria Cylindrica ‘Boncel’
Sansevieria cylindrica ‘Boncel’ has bright green leaves that grow up to two feet long and about half as wide. In time, this plant forms clumps with many slender stems shooting out from a center point, making it ideal for use in dish gardens or terrariums.
It is hardy outdoors in zones nine through eleven, but it can also be grown indoors in bright indirect light. It is not tolerant of cold drafts and prefers warm humid conditions with good drainage.
Sansevieria cylindrica ‘Boncel’ grows slowly when young, eventually speeding up to form an attractive clump that produces new stems when mature.
Sansevieria Eilensis ‘Hahnii’
Sansevieria eilensis ‘hahni’ is a dwarf Sansevieria with glossy green leaves that grow to be about 18 inches long and half as wide. It forms thick clumps quickly, making it ideal for dish gardens or terrariums.
It’s hardy outdoors in zones nine through eleven, but it can also be grown indoors in bright indirect light. It is not tolerant of cold drafts and prefers warm humid conditions with good drainage.
Sansevieria eilensis ‘hahni’ grows slowly when young, eventually speeding up to form an attractive clump that produces new stems when mature.
Conclusion
If you want to add some greenery to your indoor space, the snake plant types mentioned above are very good choices. The most common types contain large and long leaves that look great and create a nice atmosphere at home or office.
They will purify the air from toxins such as formaldehyde, benzene, or trichloroethylene. However, note that you need to be careful with the soil and water, as these plants are very sensitive.
