Plant Care Whitney Sansevieria

Whitney Sansevieria

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About Whitney Sansevieria

Records of Dracaena fossils have been found in Europe and North Africa, near the site of the Tethys Ocean, which existed 252 to 66 million years ago. More recently, snake plant leaves and stems have been used to treat fever, pain, bleeding, and inflammation throughout many cultures in Africa and India. 🤒

Taxonomy

Dracaena 'Whitney'
Dracaena
Asparagaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Whitney Sansevieria

💦 Water

How often to water your Whitney Sansevieria

Water needs for Whitney Sansevieria
0.5 cups
every 12

Whitney Sansevieria needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Whitney Sansevieria

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Whitney Sansevieria in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Whitney Sansevieria: 6ft from a window
6ft or less from
a window

Whitney Sansevieria can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Whitney Sansevieria in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Whitney Sansevieria

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Whitney Sansevieria: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Whitney Sansevieria after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Whitney Sansevieria thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Whitney Sansevieria can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

Whitney Sansevieria enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.


🪴 Soil

Whitney Sansevieria is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!


💩 Fertilizer

Whitney Sansevieria grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Whitney Sansevieria to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Whitney Sansevieria is native to Africa to Southern Asia and Australia.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Whitney Sansevieria

Whitney Sansevieria

Whitney Sansevieria


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 6ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Whitney Sansevieria has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 2
Whitney Sansevieria has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 1
@WhitneyWanders avatar
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leaf-1 46 Plants
xp 2,355 XP
globe Boise, ID
12/07/2021

Love her color! And is considered an easy plant. So great for beginners!

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@JuJuBeans avatar
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leaf-1 58 Plants
xp 8,197 XP
globe Decatur, GA
11/06/2021

Very hardy medium light seems to suit her. Variegation can be affected by light intensity in some varieties. Is very tolerant of drier soils, or being looked over.

Large, lush leaves Large, lush leaves
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