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Sansevieria Trifasciata ‘Moonshine’ (Silver Snake Plant) – Grow & Care Guide

About the Plant

• Botanical Name: Dracaena trifasciata ‘Moonshine’ (formerly Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Moonshine’)
• Common Names: Moonshine Snake Plant, Silver Snake Plant
• Plant Type: Evergreen succulent
• Growth Habit: Upright, compact clumping plant
• Mature Height: 1–2 feet indoors
• Ideal Location: Homes, offices, bedrooms, balconies

Light

• Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.
• Tolerates low-light conditions, but growth slows.
• Avoid harsh afternoon sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.

Pot & Soil

Choose a pot with drainage holes.

Ideal Potting Mix:

• 40% Cocopeat
• 30% Coarse river sand or perlite
• 20% Garden soil
• 10% Vermicompost

A cactus or succulent potting mix also works well.

Watering

• Water only when the soil is completely dry.
• Summer: Every 10–15 days
• Winter: Every 20–30 days
• Avoid overwatering, as it can cause root rot.

Temperature

• Ideal: 18–35°C
• Protect from temperatures below 10°C.

Humidity

• Thrives in normal indoor humidity.
• No misting is required.

Fertilizer

• Feed once every 30–45 days during spring and summer.
• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer (NPK 19:19:19) at half strength.
• Avoid excessive fertilizer, especially in winter.

Repotting

• Repot every 2–3 years or when the roots become crowded.
• Choose a pot only one size larger than the current one.

Propagation

• By division of rhizomes (best method).
• By leaf cuttings (new plants may not always retain the exact ‘Moonshine’ coloration).