Ryder | Snake Plant ‘Zeylanica’

Meet Ryder, the Snake Plant ‘Zeylanica’.

Ryder has a dry sense of humor and prefers his soil that way between drinks. Quietly confident with a sharp sense of style, he’s the roommate who enjoys your company without needing to be the centre of attention.

His upright, sword-shaped leaves bring a little structure to your space. He appreciates a thoughtful check-in, but hovering with a watering can is hardly his idea of affection.

His perfect match? Someone who values personal space, understated charm, and a companion who doesn’t take every quiet moment personally.

• Botanical Name: Sansevieria Trifasciata
  

• Common Names: Snake plant, Zeylanica, Mother-in-law's tongue
  
• Description: This evergreen perennial native to tropical West Africa and Nigeria, is a great addition to any office or household as a natural air purifier. Snake plants have strong and sturdy, sword shaped leaves which are drought tolerant and retains the plants water. This plant can be easily propagated by leaf cuttings so you can multiply your family of snake plants or give them away as a gift. This particular variety will have its definitive dark green pattern towards the middle of each stalk.

• Care difficulty: 1/10 • Very forgiving
  Light: Bright, indirect light is best; tolerates lower light.
  Water: Let the soil dry completely between waterings. Use a pot with drainage and water less in winter.
  Humidity: Normal household humidity is fine. No misting needed.
  Pets: Toxic to cats and dogs if chewed or swallowed.

  His dry sense of humor comes with a preference for dry soil. Overwatering is his main weakness.