AMES, Iowa – Sansevieria, also known as snake plant, St. George’s sword or mother-in-law's tongue, is a resilient houseplant that is grown for its striking appearance and low maintenance needs. Its ...

Are you a houseplant killer? Do yours either turn brown and crispy or black and soggy? If so, consider growing the never-die house plant that has graced American homes since the 1800s. Sansevieria, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you've ever checked one of those articles about houseplants even beginners can grow, you've most likely come across the snake plant ...

Even botanists can be surprised at the sheer variety of a houseplant often known only for being indestructible. By Margaret Roach Top row: Sansevieria Boncel Mini, Sansevieria Boncel, Sansevieria ...

You can hop onto the sansevieria bandwagon at just about any level. There’s something in there for anyone, from the casual office person who just wants something green to break up the starkness to the ...

Even though it’s easier than ever to buy plants online, keeping them alive is still a challenge. So we’re digging up everything you need to care for every type of houseplant. Welcome to Plant Week.

Q: I have sansevieria plants (mother-in-law tongue) growing indoors, in pots, in a bathroom. They get minimal light from a skylight directly above them. Whenever I water them, they get droopy and lose ...

Q:I have a Sansevieria zeylanica that I inherited from my dad. The plant has thrived, but two leaves are getting quite tall and weak. Also, a few of the leaves have brown, dry sections on the tips.