sansevieria
gracilis
gracilis
Care level
Easy
This petite beauty stands out with its slender, cylindrical leaves that grow in tight clusters, creating an elegant fountain-like display. Unlike its wider-leafed relatives, each pencil-thin leaf gracefully twists and curves as it grows, giving the plant a delicate, dancing appearance.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Wide range (50°F - 95°F)
Fertilization frequency
Low
Once per season.
Soil
Choose a Succulent and cactus mix: A well-draining blend with coarse texture. Promotes root health by preventing water-logging and mimicking arid natural habitats.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Narrow/Deep
Prefer a pot that is taller than it is wide.
Features
Size & growth
Small
Upright
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach up to 12 inches in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The sansevieria gracilis can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.