Snake Plant
Snake Plant is a vegetable in the Asparagaceae family. It grows best in low to bright light with low moisture, and is listed for USDA zones 9-12.
Varieties
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PROPAGATION CATEGORY: Succulent houseplant (division) (not in original seed catalog). Use: Tough upright architectural foliage. Note: Toxic to pets if chewed.
Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata, formerly Sansevieria) is among the toughest houseplants, with stiff upright leaves that tolerate low light and infrequent watering.
Growing notes: Botanical name: Dracaena trifasciata|Hardiness zones: 9-12|Propagation: division or leaf cutting|Light: Low to bright light|Water: Low|Mature size: 1-4 feet
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Storing & preserving
Most keep best refrigerated; storage crops prefer a cool, dry spot.
- Freeze: Blanch briefly, cool, then freeze — keeps color and texture.
- Can: Pressure-can low-acid vegetables; water-bath only pickled/acidified ones.
General home-preservation guidance — for tested processing times and safety, follow the National Center for Home Food Preservation.
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Care & troubleshooting
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