Snake Plant 'Boncel'

$12.99
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Snake Plant Starfish is a distinctive, architectural succulent with thick, cylindrical leaves that grow upright from a central base. The leaves resemble the arms of a starfish and feature subtle green banding, creating a sculptural appearance that works especially well in modern indoor spaces.

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Details & Plant Care

Difficulty:

Very Easy

Water:

NA

Humidity:

Average household humidity is sufficient, and the plant does not require high humidity.

Pet Friendly:

Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. Consumption may cause gastrointestinal upset such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or drooling.

Light:

Bright Indirect Light

Plant Information

Common Names:

Starfish Snake Plant, Cylindrical Snake Plant, African Spear ‘Boncel’

Scientific Name:

Dracaena cylindrica ‘Boncel’ (syn. Sansevieria cylindrica ‘Boncel’)

Country Of Origin

The parent species is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, particularly areas of Angola and surrounding regions.

Growth Rate:

Slow - Moderate

Soil Type:

A fast-draining cactus and succulent mix is ideal. Adding perlite or pumice can further improve drainage and reduce the risk of moisture remaining around the roots.

Fertilize:

NA

Remember to only fertilize during their active growing season.

Common Pests

Mealybugs

Mealybugs

What To Look For: White, cottony or waxy masses on stems, leaf axils, underside of leaves. Sticky honeydew, sooty mold growth, yellowing or dropping leaves.

How To Treat: Use a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol to dab and remove visible bugs. Wash leaves and stems with gentle soapy water. In heavy infestations, consider removing very affected stems/leaves or, in the worst case, replacing the plant.

Scale Insects

Scale Insects

What To Look For: Small oval or round bumps on stems or leaves; they may look like part of the plant. Sticky residue/honeydew, sooty mold. Yellowing leaves, leaf drop, and decline in plant vigour.

How To Treat: Physically scrape or wipe off scale insects when you see them; use your fingernail or a soft brush. Use horticultural/plant-safe oils or insecticidal soap when the crawler stage is active. Re-inspect regularly because scale eggs and crawlers can hide under shells.

Spider Mites

Spider Mites

What To Look For: Very fine webbing under leaves or between stems and leaves (especially in dry indoor air). Leaves may appear stippled (tiny yellow or white dots) or dusty; they may turn yellow, brown or drop. When you tap a leaf onto white paper, you might see tiny moving specks. (Often too small to see easily)

How To Treat: Increase humidity around the plant (since mites thrive in dry air). Spray plant thoroughly (both sides of leaves) with insecticidal soap or a miticide/plant-safe oil; repeat every few days. In heavy infestations, consider removing severely affected sections; isolate the plant.