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About Sansevieria Suffruticosa
Did you know the genus name Dracaena comes from the Greek for āfemale dragonā? Some plants in this genus have thick, red resin which was reminiscent of dragon blood! š² Dracaenas are native to Africa, Asia, and northern Australia, and are known for being super easy to care for. Some species can go months without water, and many can grow well in low sunlight.
Taxonomy
Dracaena suffruticosa
Dracaena
Asparagaceae
Asparagales
Also known as
Dracaena suffruticosa, Dracaena suffruticosa and Sansevieria suffruticosa

How to care for Sansevieria Suffruticosa
How often to water your Sansevieria Suffruticosa

every 12
Sansevieria Suffruticosa needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Finding light for Dracaena suffruticosa in your home

a window
Sansevieria Suffruticosa 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 šŖ.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Sansevieria Suffruticosa in your home š”.
How to fertilize Sansevieria Suffruticosa

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Sansevieria Suffruticosa after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
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I heard about moss for succulents and kinda went crazy. Is this too much miss? #Dracaena
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Another bloom #Dracaena 2nd bloom this year!
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Incredible guess Iām grabbing two. You canāt beat $5. Thanks IKEA Paramus. #Dracaena #Massangeana
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How do I treat my Dracaena Tornado Dragon for brown leaves? I have had a Tornado Dragon plant for about 6 weeks and it isnāt doing well. Its leaves are very thin and droopy. There is hardly any firmness to them at all. The leaves are also turning brown and dying. This leaf loss began at the bottom of the plant and it is working its way up. It has lost about half of its leaves. I have googled for info about what us going on and generally the issue appears to be lighting and underwatering. It needs an eastern exposure so Iām moving it. That should help. The advice on watering is very contradictory. Depending on the website the advice is to water it every 12 days or so after letting it dry out. Or, never let it dry out. Water when just the top inch or so of soil is dry. The roots are in good shape and the stem is also. Thereās no mushiness anywhere. I have been treating it the same way as my other snake plants by letting it dry out completely. What should I do? Itās so very sad-looking! š #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #GregGang #Dracaena #SnakePlant #SucculentLove #SucculentSquad
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It's been droopy for a few weeks... I follow the Greg watering schedule..what's wrong with her? #Dracaena
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so like, whenever i trimmed the leaves it smelled like bananas, just thought it was silly #Dracaena
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yellowing #Dracaena my bamboo is yellowing, not sure how to approach potting it? i currently have it in water, should i be letting the roots dry out? does this plant need soil?
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What might these lesions be from? #Dracaena
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Its not well. What should i do? #Dracaena
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I got these Dracaena Lemon Limes today, and separated them out into two pots. They're names are Sprite and 7up! #dracaena #happyplants #plantaddict #newplants
Sansevieria Suffruticosa 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.
āļø Sunlight Needs
Sansevieria Suffruticosa 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 šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
š¶ š š¶ Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās 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 atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
šØ Humidity
Sansevieria Suffruticosa 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.
šŖ“ Soil
Sansevieria Suffruticosa is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnāt 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!
š© Fertilizer
Sansevieria Suffruticosa grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
āļø Dormancy
Itās common for Sansevieria Suffruticosa to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
š Native Region
Sansevieria Suffruticosa is native to Africa to Southern Asia and Australia.
š§ 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 Sansevieria Suffruticosa
Sansevieria Suffruticosa
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 12 days

< 6ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
