Can't speak for all the Sansevierias. However, I have four pots of S. kirkii kirkii that started out from a single surviving leaf from a plant I ordered from Thailand around 2000 or 2001. For a couple of years it didn't do much but stay alive. After two years it grew a rosette form that's supposed to be a juvenile stage. Then five or six years ago it suddenly put out the large, adult leaves from the rhizome. I divided that into two plants which again regenerated the intermediate state which I divided into two pots. Looking back, the original plant would be at least 22 years old. I have several other Species of Sansevieria that I bought about that same time. All are healthy and appear to stay that way if you provided them the proper potting mix, water correctly, and meet the light and water requirements. Usually best to err on the dry side than for the soil to stay soggy.
My whale tale is the baby of my original. The mother was a twisted, bumped up mess, so I cut the rhizome and threw her out when junior was big enough. He don't great and has grown a lot, but he has a twist, mild, but nevertheless a twist in his tail. He's still a beauty, but it's there anything I can do to straighten that out? Also, can I ever expect any more babies or did cutting the rhizome ruin that?
That is so cool. I really appreciate it! Be sure to check out my next video I'm posting tomorrow on repotting my Sanseviera trifasciata. Now I have 4 or 5 different Sanseviera's and I definitely want more. The robustas are cute and so are the cylindrica or 'starfish'. They are super cool. I could do a video on these unique and awesome plants. I mean they clean the air too! Love em! Thanks for watching!!
@@TheGreenAlchemist I live in zone 8a (southwestern Arkansas). Every year when the temperatures rise to a reliable levels, I move all my Sansevierias out onto my north porch , larger pots on tables, some are in potted baskets I hang from the edge of the porch. They get plenty of fresh air and I spray them down with water every couple of weeks. Potting mix is composed of fir fines, pumice/Turface bonsai mix, mixed with some cut tree fern root medium you can buy for reptiles/snakes/frogs. I tweak it until I have a relative fluffy potting mix that will retain some moisture for a day or two before drying out, and is quick draining. Light succulent fertilize diluted to half strength. I get yearly leaf increase and quite a few of the plants bloom yearly.
Do you rotate it for even sunlight? I have one that has more of a taco shape versus true flat “fin” like yours and am wondering if rotation will help get that flatter shape
Help! I left my snake plant outside on covered porch last night & forgot to bring it inside. The temp got down to 30 degrees F. I just brought it inside & it likes fine right now. My question is: will it survive 1 night in the cold?
Unfortunately, these guys don't like temps below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. I've never seen one survive a frost. They're tropical plants and can even die if you have them too close to a drafty window if they're not established. Did yours do ok? Miracles can happen but I'm not gonna hold my breath.
This is without a doubt one of my most favorite plants that I have, top 10 for sure. Its color and unique patterns leave me in awe. When they are full grown they really are something to behold! Yes they can flower, though when they do it is sort of a big deal. Almost in the way that agave can die after they flower, whale fins will cease to produce new leaves after they flower. They'll still grow in the sense of putting down new fibrous rhizomes but never a new leaf. Usually they won't flower until they're mature and have the right amount of light. I'm not sure but I think the stalk that flowered will stop producing new leaves. Mother parts of the plant may still produce some leaves. They are fairly slow growers but if you put them in a location with fairly bright light they can grow faster.
I just planted it with root system ready, watering once a week, put it in bright and warm spot ( no direct sunlight) .. the leave yellowing still. Really don't know what happened. :(
It sounds like you are overwatering. When a snake plants leaves turn yellow the main reason why is from giving them too much water. If you are in the northern hemisphere like I am it's almost winter and watering once a week is way too much. Even if you aren't and it's about summer that could still be too much water. Sansevierias do not like a bunch of water and with their rhizomes, they're able to store water for emergencies. I try and always let their soils dry out before I water again. What works best for me is to water profusely yet infrequently. After you water before you do it again stick your finger in the soil. If you feel any moisture at all wait a day or two. Always check first! Let me know if you think you have root rot. I'll tell you how I've beat it.
Can't speak for all the Sansevierias. However, I have four pots of S. kirkii kirkii that started out from a single surviving leaf from a plant I ordered from Thailand around 2000 or 2001. For a couple of years it didn't do much but stay alive. After two years it grew a rosette form that's supposed to be a juvenile stage. Then five or six years ago it suddenly put out the large, adult leaves from the rhizome. I divided that into two plants which again regenerated the intermediate state which I divided into two pots. Looking back, the original plant would be at least 22 years old. I have several other Species of Sansevieria that I bought about that same time. All are healthy and appear to stay that way if you provided them the proper potting mix, water correctly, and meet the light and water requirements. Usually best to err on the dry side than for the soil to stay soggy.
My whale tale is the baby of my original. The mother was a twisted, bumped up mess, so I cut the rhizome and threw her out when junior was big enough. He don't great and has grown a lot, but he has a twist, mild, but nevertheless a twist in his tail. He's still a beauty, but it's there anything I can do to straighten that out? Also, can I ever expect any more babies or did cutting the rhizome ruin that?
Love your videos! So very informative! I totally love Sanseviera's & have many types. Thank you for sharing....
That is so cool. I really appreciate it! Be sure to check out my next video I'm posting tomorrow on repotting my Sanseviera trifasciata. Now I have 4 or 5 different Sanseviera's and I definitely want more. The robustas are cute and so are the cylindrica or 'starfish'. They are super cool. I could do a video on these unique and awesome plants. I mean they clean the air too! Love em! Thanks for watching!!
Sansevieria can live up to over 100 years provided optimal condition, they're touted as the longevity indoor plants in Asian.
Yes, indoors these guys can live forever if the grower knows what they are doing. Outside it's closer to a tenth of that.
@@TheGreenAlchemist I live in zone 8a (southwestern Arkansas). Every year when the temperatures rise to a reliable levels, I move all my Sansevierias out onto my north porch , larger pots on tables, some are in potted baskets I hang from the edge of the porch. They get plenty of fresh air and I spray them down with water every couple of weeks. Potting mix is composed of fir fines, pumice/Turface bonsai mix, mixed with some cut tree fern root medium you can buy for reptiles/snakes/frogs. I tweak it until I have a relative fluffy potting mix that will retain some moisture for a day or two before drying out, and is quick draining. Light succulent fertilize diluted to half strength. I get yearly leaf increase and quite a few of the plants bloom yearly.
Do you rotate it for even sunlight? I have one that has more of a taco shape versus true flat “fin” like yours and am wondering if rotation will help get that flatter shape
Just got one, very informative
Help! I left my snake plant outside on covered porch last night & forgot to bring it inside. The temp got down to 30 degrees F. I just brought it inside & it likes fine right now. My question is: will it survive 1 night in the cold?
Unfortunately, these guys don't like temps below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. I've never seen one survive a frost. They're tropical plants and can even die if you have them too close to a drafty window if they're not established. Did yours do ok? Miracles can happen but I'm not gonna hold my breath.
I have one of these . its about 2 years old . its never flowered. Dose grow slow. Love it cant wait until it gets to it full height
This is without a doubt one of my most favorite plants that I have, top 10 for sure. Its color and unique patterns leave me in awe. When they are full grown they really are something to behold! Yes they can flower, though when they do it is sort of a big deal. Almost in the way that agave can die after they flower, whale fins will cease to produce new leaves after they flower. They'll still grow in the sense of putting down new fibrous rhizomes but never a new leaf. Usually they won't flower until they're mature and have the right amount of light. I'm not sure but I think the stalk that flowered will stop producing new leaves. Mother parts of the plant may still produce some leaves. They are fairly slow growers but if you put them in a location with fairly bright light they can grow faster.
How often do you water?
Do you reccomend a grow light bulb for dimly lit rooms?
I just planted it with root system ready, watering once a week, put it in bright and warm spot ( no direct sunlight) .. the leave yellowing still. Really don't know what happened. :(
It sounds like you are overwatering. When a snake plants leaves turn yellow the main reason why is from giving them too much water. If you are in the northern hemisphere like I am it's almost winter and watering once a week is way too much. Even if you aren't and it's about summer that could still be too much water. Sansevierias do not like a bunch of water and with their rhizomes, they're able to store water for emergencies. I try and always let their soils dry out before I water again. What works best for me is to water profusely yet infrequently. After you water before you do it again stick your finger in the soil. If you feel any moisture at all wait a day or two. Always check first! Let me know if you think you have root rot. I'll tell you how I've beat it.
Wondering what type of snake plant I have?? Uploading the pic.
great looking plant!
I have brown edges up and down the whole leaf? help???
I think that's normal as long as it's just the very edges. Mine's that way & a lot of pics and videos I see of them have that also. 🤷
Wondering about the coconut plant update!
Hope you like the update video. The new tree looks amazing and has put on some good mass. Here's to making it through the winter!!
What happen to it 😮
They like to be root bounde so I think it's is over potted I'd repot it in a smaller one
He's doing just fine. He's actually put on a little bit more mass too!
Like ur vedio
Thank you, that means a lot! Plant prudently.
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