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Cylindrical spear sansevieria care: light, water & problems
Scientific name: Dracaena stuckyi · Common name: Cylindrical spear sansevieria
Cylindrical snake plant care: adaptable light, complete soil drying between drinks and neglect tolerance. Botanical sources.
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Care at a glance
Light
Extremely adaptable from bright full sun to dim indoor spots; bright indirect light promotes faster offset growth.
Watering
Minimal watering; allow gritty succulent potting mix to dry out 100% from top to bottom between drinks.
Conditions vary with pot, season and location. Always check the mix and your plant's response.
How to identify it
Architectural succulent producing robust upright cylindrical spear-like leaves with subtle mottled green banding and ridges.
Environment and placement
Warm and dry (15-28 °C / 59-82 °F). Resilient against dry radiator air and long periods of neglect.
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Potting mix and feeding
Choose a draining houseplant mix and do not leave water in the outer pot. Check the root ball before moving to a larger container.
If it is growing well, feed moderately according to the label; do not treat dry tips with fertiliser before checking water quality.
Problems to check
Soft, mushy stems from waterlogged roots; base rot if water settles in between emerging shoots.
Specialized diagnostic guide
How to assess overwatering
Cats and dogs
ASPCA lists this species as toxic to cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it; contact a veterinarian if ingestion is suspected.
ASPCACommon question
How long can it survive without water?
It easily tolerates several weeks without water; a single watering every 3 to 4 weeks during winter is ideal.
Botanical source
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