How to Care for Dracaena trifasciata 'Moonshine' (Snake Plant)

Korean name: 산세베리아 문샤인

Dracaena trifasciata 'Moonshine' is a perennial foliage plant with thick, pointed silvery-green leaves. It is known for its excellent air-purifying abilities and grows well with minimal care. Its modest size makes it suitable for indoor spaces.

Key facts

• Category: Air-purifying plant
• Family: Asparagaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: West Africa
• Growth rate: Slow
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Air purifying: Helps clean indoor air.
• Traits: air-purifying, drought-tolerant, beginner-friendly, indoor plant
• Also known as: Dracaena trifasciata, Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law's Tongue

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light, avoid direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining all-purpose potting soil.
• Humidity: Adapts to average household humidity.
• Temperature: 15~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Dracaena trifasciata 'Moonshine'?

Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Dracaena trifasciata 'Moonshine'?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light, avoid direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining all-purpose potting soil..

Is Dracaena trifasciata 'Moonshine' safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Dracaena trifasciata 'Moonshine' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~27°C. Humidity: Adapts to average household humidity.. Fertilise Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season..