bowstring hemp (Sansevieria suffruticosa) plant — close-up photo
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bowstring hemp

Sansevieria suffruticosa

Overview

Bowstring Hemp (Sansevieria Suffruticosa) is a beautiful and hardy plant from West Africa. It has broad, leathery leaves that are olive-green on top and gray underneath. Its long slender leaves arch at the tips, giving it its name. Its small white flowers emerge from the base of the plant, and its fruit is a deep red when ripe. Bowstring Hemp is known for being an excellent air-purifier that helps with indoor air pollution. It is easy to care for, thriving in almost any type of soil and in low light and requiring little watering. This evergreen perennial is an ideal choice for anyone looking for a hardy and attractive houseplant.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "7-10" days.

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Light

part shade, part sun/part shade.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 10-12.

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April, May.

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Propagation

Division, Leaf Cutting, Offsets, Seed Propagation

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