Also known as East African Wild Sisal · Oldupai · Sanseveria Samurai
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Blue Sansevieria (Sansevieria ehrenbergii) is a striking succulent with stiff, upright, grey-blue leaves, forming attractive rosettes. Native to arid regions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Adaptable
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates low light conditions.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings; prone to root rot.
Well-draining, sandy or gritty mix
50% intensity
Average
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-27°C; avoid frost and sudden cold drafts.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
Mildly toxic if ingested
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Sansevieria ehrenbergii is drought-tolerant and prone to root rot if overwatered.
Water sparingly in cooler months, reducing frequency significantly to prevent waterlogged conditions. Ensure good drainage.
Pruning is generally minimal and mainly for aesthetic purposes. Remove any yellowed, damaged, or dead leaves by cutting them at the base with a clean, sharp knife or scissors.
This helps maintain the plant's tidy appearance and health.
Sansevieria ehrenbergii can be propagated by division of rhizomes or leaf cuttings. For division, carefully separate mature plants into smaller sections, ensuring each has roots.
Leaf cuttings involve cutting healthy leaves into sections and rooting them in soil.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes pot-bound. Choose a well-draining potting mix, ideally a cactus or succulent blend.
Select a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Sansevieria |
| Species | Sansevieria ehrenbergii |
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