Plant Care Black Coral Snake Plant

Black Coral Snake Plant

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Black Coral Snake Plant has a Survivor plant personality Survivor
Black Coral Snake Plant has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate

About Black Coral Snake Plant

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 Coral'
Dracaena
Asparagaceae
Asparagales

How to care for Black Coral Snake Plant

💦 Water

How often to water your Black Coral Snake Plant

Water needs for Black Coral Snake Plant
0.5 cups
every 12

Black Coral Snake Plant 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 Black Coral Snake Plant

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Black Coral Snake Plant in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Black Coral Snake Plant: 6ft from a window
6ft or less from
a window

Black Coral Snake Plant 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 Black Coral Snake Plant in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Black Coral Snake Plant

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Black Coral Snake Plant: 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 Black Coral Snake Plant after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level
💦 Water Needs

Black Coral Snake Plant 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.

Black Coral Snake Plant Water Frequency →

Black Coral Snake Plant Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Black Coral Snake Plant 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 🏡.

Black Coral Snake Plant Light Requirements →

Black Coral Snake Plant Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Black Coral Snake Plant is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Black Coral Snake Plant is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


💨 Humidity

Black Coral Snake Plant 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.

Black Coral Snake Plant Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Black Coral Snake Plant 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!

Best Soil Mix for Black Coral Snake Plant →

Best Pots for Black Coral Snake Plant →

When and How to Successfully Repot Black Coral Snake Plant →

What Are Healthy Black Coral Snake Plant Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Black Coral Snake Plant 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!

How Much and When to Fertilize Black Coral Snake Plant →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Black Coral Snake Plant 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

Black Coral Snake Plant is native to Africa to Southern Asia and Australia.


🌸 Flowers
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Black Coral Snake Plant is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

Black Coral Snake Plant Lifecycle →

Black Coral Snake Plant Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Black Coral Snake Plant →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Black Coral Snake Plant can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Black Coral Snake Plant →


🧐 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.


😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Black Coral Snake Plant. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


Care Summary for Black Coral Snake Plant

Black Coral Snake Plant

Black Coral Snake Plant


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

Black Coral Snake Plant has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 5
Black Coral Snake Plant has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 2
Black Coral Snake Plant has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 2
Black Coral Snake Plant has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 2
@JuJuBeans avatar
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leaf-1 58 Plants
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globe Decatur, GA
11/21/2021

Easy to care for, quite resilient with the exception of over watering. Unique variegation patterns and known for their air purifier properties. So many different varieties to pick from.

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@jmgregory25 avatar
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leaf-1 18 Plants
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globe Redmond, OR
11/14/2021

So easy to take care of. New growth coming up all the time and the leaves keep getting taller and taller.

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leaf-1 31 Plants
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globe Nashville, TN
05/13/2021

Great plant for a beginner. Can handle low light but thrives in bright light but not direct sunlight.

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