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Ceylon Bowstring Hemp

Sansevieria zeylanica

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£15.49
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£15.49

14cm pot

(Pot sold separately) Sansevieria zeylanica is a timeless choice for modern living, offering strong, vertical lines and calm green tones that suit almost any interior. Perfect for busy lifestyles, it thrives with minimal care and tolerates low light with ease. Whether placed in a living room, office, or hallway, it brings structure and confidence to a space without demanding attention.
  • Subtle green and silver leaf patterning
  • Strong architectural shape
  • Suitable for low-light interiors

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Ceylon Bowstring Hemp
Ceylon Bowstring Hemp
Ceylon Bowstring Hemp

  • Why we like this plant

    We like Sansevieria zeylanica for its reliability and clean, architectural style. It is a plant that works quietly in the background, making rooms feel more finished and balanced. Tough, adaptable, and stylish, it is ideal for anyone wanting greenery that fits effortlessly into everyday life.

  • About this plant

    Sansevieria zeylanica is a classic, upright houseplant valued for its tall, sword-shaped leaves patterned with soft green and silvery markings. Its clean lines and architectural form make it a favourite for modern and minimalist interiors. Exceptionally hardy and drought tolerant, it copes well with low light and irregular watering. This makes it an ideal choice for busy homes, offices, and spaces where you want reliable greenery with very little maintenance.

  • Key features

    • Tall, upright sword-like leaves
    • Very drought tolerant and hardy
    • Low-maintenance, long-lasting plant

  • Light level

    • Bright indirect light, Filtered light, Low light
  • How it grows

    This plant grows in upright clumps, with stiff leaves rising directly from underground rhizomes. Growth is slow and controlled, helping it maintain a neat, vertical silhouette.

  • Moisture

    Water sparingly, allowing the compost to dry out fully between waterings. Water thoroughly and let excess drain away. Reduce watering further during winter to prevent root rot.

  • Where to place it

    • Living Room
    • Office
    • Bedroom
    • Hallway
    • WC

Care tips

Place in bright indirect light for best growth, though it adapts well to lower light levels. Feed lightly once or twice during spring and summer with a general houseplant fertiliser. Keep in a warm room above 12°C and avoid excess moisture.