Viper's Bowstring Hemp
About Viper's Bowstring Hemp
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 trifasciata 'Black Gold Superba'
Dracaena
Asparagaceae
Asparagales
Also known as
Black Gold Snake Plant, Black Gold Snake Plant, Sansevieria Black Gold, Saint George's sword, mother-in-law's tongue, viper's bowstring hemp, Golden Birds Nest and Good Luck Plant
How to care for Viper's Bowstring Hemp
How often to water your Viper's Bowstring Hemp
every 12
Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Finding light for Black Gold Snake Plant in your home
a window
Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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 Viper's Bowstring Hemp in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Viper's Bowstring Hemp
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 Viper's Bowstring Hemp after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Does anyone know the species of snake plant this is? I think it's either a birds nest snake plant or a regular snake plant that's just really small. I just bought this today and the only thing it says about it is about how the pot is supposed to go with your home decor and the only name on it is Agatha. #snakeplant #identify #help
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Has anyone else tried using pothos water to root a sansevaria? I put this cutting into pothos water and I'm surprised that it rooted this quickly. It's maybe been a month and a half and it has little baby roots. I don't know were I'm going to keep it but it would look like a good center peice or something. What I really want this for is for pups to give away to people who want them. Also would it be a good idea to use hydroponic fertilizer on my other sansevaria (Spike spiegel) for faster growth with pups? It's pups are ok sized I just want to see if any hydroponic stuff would help them out since they're under a grow light (so is felix). Would it even be a good idea at all or would I be risking the health of my rooted cuttings and pups? If anyone has any info on some good but relatively cheap hydroponic fertilizer it would be greatly appreciated. If you want a current picture of Spike spiegel just ask in the comments. #pothoswater #hydroponics #hydroponic #dracaena #sansevieriasaturday
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My fiddle plant is a little different. I dont know what’s happening. What should I do? Thanks community 🫶 #Dracaena
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I heard about moss for succulents and kinda went crazy. Is this too much miss? #Dracaena
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Does anyone know why the tips of the African Snake plant are colored? I’ve seen this in more than one picture before. Help please #Dracaena
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Another bloom #Dracaena 2nd bloom this year!
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Incredible guess I’m grabbing two. You can’t 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 isn’t 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 I’m 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. There’s 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? It’s so very sad-looking! 😭 #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
Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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
Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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
Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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
Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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
Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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 Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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
Viper's Bowstring Hemp 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 Viper's Bowstring Hemp
Viper's Bowstring Hemp
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.
