Marianne's Response

Mother in law plant

What is the actual name of this plant? How do I take care of it?

Posted by Ilene Moe on January 23, 2020

Marianne's Response

You are the owner of one of my favorite houseplants. It is called Sansevieria or snake plant or mother-in-laws tongue. This drought resistant plant is great at cleaning the air of indoor pollutants and does not require a window so can survive in office and many homes. Just don't overwater. Poke a finger into the soil and water  when the top one inch of soil is dry. Usually once every 10 days or 2 weeks.   Keep growing, Marianne Binetti