Dracaena trifasciata

Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata) is a houseplant in the Asparagaceae family, native to Africa. It is a low to bright-light species that thrives between 250 and 5000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 14 days, temperatures of 10–35°C, and about 30% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive drooling. It is also known as Snake plant, Mother-in-law's tongue, Viper's bowstring hemp, Snake Sansevieria, Bowstring hemp, Good luck plant, Mother-in-law's nose.

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)

Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)

Clinical Symptoms:

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive drooling.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Low to Bright

Minimum Light Requirement 250 Lux

Maximum Light Tolerance 5000 Lux

Watering Frequency Every 14 Days

Temperature Envelope 10°C – 35°C

Ideal Ambient Humidity 30% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 11041822

Native Biogeographical Range Africa; Australia; Caribbean; INTRODUCED; Middle America; North America; Oceania...

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