Sansevieria trifasciata
'Whitney'
Whitney Snake Plant
Family |
Asparagaceae |
Genus |
Sansevieria |
Species |
trifasciata |
Cultivar |
'Whitney' |
Category |
Perennials, Tropicals |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
10a - 11 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
Requires cold season protection under glass. |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H3 - H1c |
Temperature (°C) |
10 - 16 |
Temperature (°F) |
50 - 60 |
Height |
40 - 60 cm |
Spread |
20 - 40 cm |
Landscape |
Container or massing plant for interior or exterior use that needs little care. |
Cultivation |
Grow well in a shady area with little to no direct sun. |
Shape |
Upright. |
Habitat |
Bark/Stem Description |
Stemless herb with bright rhizome. |
Leaf Description |
Sword-like leaves are often variegated with edges of white. |
Flower Description |
White to near white. |
Texture Description |
Notable Specimens |
Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America. |
Propagation |
By leaf cuttings or division of clumps. |
Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer) |
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested. |