Dracaena trifasciata 'Laurentii' - Variegated Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciata 'Laurentii' - Variegated Snake Plant

Variegated Snake Plant – Dracaena trifasciata ‘Laurentii’

R129.00

Well rooted plant ± 45 cm in height

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Description

Dracaena trifasciata ‘Laurentii’ is a slow-growing tall succulent that forms a tight clump of many vertical, sharply pointed, dark green leaves with horizontal grey-green zig-zag bands and broad yellow stripes along the margins. This plant is perfect for indoor spaces because of its air-purifying qualities and low maintenance.

Family:

Asparagaceae

Genus:

Common Name(s):

Striped Mother-in-Law's Tongue,
Variegated Snake Plant, Striped Snake Plant

Mature Size:

60+ cm in height

Origin:

Variegated cultivar of Dracaena trifasciata,
native to West Africa

Dormancy:

Flower Colours:

Greenish - White

Bloom Season:

Spring

Sun Exposure:

Full morning sun - Bright, indirect afternoon sunlight

Watering:

Low (Make sure soil is dry)
Sparingly in Winter

Temperatures:

15 - 32°C

Toxic:

Yes, if ingested

While all parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested by humans and pets, extracts and topical applications derived from the leaves and rhizomes contain active bioactive compounds, such as saponins, alkaloids, and flavonoids, which have proven medicinal properties.

Antimicrobial & Antifungal

It has been traditionally used to treat skin itches, scabs, and ringworm by applying the leaf sap directly to grazes and infected sores.

Pain Relief & Anti-inflammatory

Studies indicate that extracts possess analgesic and antipyretic (fever-reducing) effects. In some traditional practices, it is used to soothe earaches and reduce joint inflammation.

Wound Healing

Clinical research often explores the plant’s antioxidant properties for accelerating wound closure.

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