Which Sansevieria variety to choose?

The Sansevieria genus offers a great diversity of shapes, colors, and sizes. Here’s how the Sansevieria Straight stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Sansevieria Straight (this plant): upright green foliage with horizontal stripes, classic and graphic straight form (40 cm). Striped straight version.
• Sansevieria Zeylanica: upright green foliage with spectacular silver marbled patterns, elegant form. Silver marbled version.
• Sansevieria Laurentii: upright green foliage with golden yellow edges, classic and elegant. Classic golden version.
• Sansevieria 'Whitney': upright dark green foliage edged with silver, compact graphic form (27 cm). Elegant compact version.
• Sansevieria 'Moonshine': upright bright silvery green foliage, very elegant (40 cm). Bright silvery version.
• Sansevieria 'Black Coral': upright very dark green almost black foliage, spectacular (35 cm). Spectacular black version.
• Sansevieria Spearmint: upright variegated green and white foliage, very bright (55 cm). Bright variegated version.
• Sansevieria Fernwood Punk: upright cylindrical foliage, compact and original form (35 cm). Compact cylindrical version.
• Sansevieria Fernwood Mikado: upright cylindrical foliage, slender form. Slender cylindrical version.
• Sansevieria Mikado: upright cylindrical foliage, structured form. Structured cylindrical version.
• Sansevieria Futura Superba: upright green foliage with yellow edges, robust. Robust golden version.
• Sansevieria Aubrytniana 'Dragon': upright green foliage with patterns, imposing stature (55 cm). Imposing dragon version.

Why choose the Sansevieria Straight? If you’re looking for a Sansevieria with upright foliage featuring graphic horizontal stripes creating a classic and structured effect, the Straight is the perfect choice. It’s a timeless and elegant plant that’s ultra easy.

Exposure & placement

The Sansevieria Straight tolerates a wide range of light conditions. It thrives in indirect light but also tolerates shadier spots.

• Exposure: indirect light, partial shade or filtered sun, also tolerates low light.
• Ideal: office, bright living room, east/north-facing windowsill or entrance.
• Temperature: 16 to 28 °C, avoid areas below 10 °C.
• Substrate: draining mix, cactus and succulent soil with sand or perlite.

Verdeia tip: rotate it from time to time so it maintains straight and even growth.

Watering & care

• Watering: low; let the substrate dry completely between waterings.
• Frequency: about once every 8-10 days in spring-summer, reduce in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and a well-draining substrate to avoid root rot.
• Fertilizer: once every 4-6 weeks in spring-summer with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
• Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust and preserve their shine.
• Repotting: only every 3-4 years — it likes to be snug.

The Sansevieria prefers to be forgotten — better to underwater than overwater. It’s the perfect plant for forgetful people and travelers.

Decor ideas & plant combinations

With its vertical habit and horizontal stripes, the Sansevieria Straight brings a touch of timeless elegance and modernity to your urban jungle. It fits well in both contemporary interiors and bohemian or natural atmospheres.

• To pair with: Zamioculcas, Aloe vera, Pilea peperomioides, or other graphic plants to create a modern and structured composition.
• Ideal pot: terracotta, matte ceramic, decorative pot in concrete, or woven basket to highlight the striped foliage.
• Atmosphere: perfect for an office, a bright living room, a windowsill, or an entryway to add a graphic touch.

Its structured foliage with horizontal stripes creates an elegant contrast with plants that have a softer or trailing habit.

Verdeia Tips

• Water very little: always wait until the substrate is completely dry.
• Avoid excess moisture: a pot with drainage holes is essential.
• Clean the foliage: to remove dust and preserve the horizontal stripes.
• Give it a stable and bright spot: it hates sudden changes.
• Ideal for beginners: or travelers thanks to its exceptional resistance.
• Enjoy its purifying power: Sansevieria naturally purifies indoor air.
• WARNING: slightly toxic if ingested — keep out of reach of children and animals.

A true icon of indoor plants, the Sansevieria Straight captivates with its upright green foliage featuring horizontal stripes creating a graphic and structured effect. An ultra-resistant timeless plant ideal for adding a touch of elegance and modernity to your urban jungle.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Sansevieria trifasciata 'Straight'
• Common name: Sansevieria Straight, Mother-in-law's Tongue, Snake Plant
• Family: Asparagaceae
• Origin: tropical areas of West Africa
• Dimensions at delivery: Ø12 × H40 cm
• Adult size: up to 60–80 cm indoors
• Exposure: indirect light, partial shade or filtered sun, tolerates low light
• Watering: low, allow to dry completely between waterings
• Care: ultra easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity for animals: slightly toxic if ingested
• Decorative style: Graphic / Timeless / Structured
• Particularity: upright green foliage with horizontal stripes, classic and graphic upright habit, air-purifying plant, ultra-resistant, easy to care for, slow growth, rare repotting

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of its striped foliage naturally evolve according to the light.