Bird's Nest Snake Plant
Dracaena trifasciataThis specimen is a Hahnii dwarf rosette form of Dracaena trifasciata.
Bird’s Nest Snake Plant is a compact, rosette-form selection of Dracaena trifasciata, valued for its short, upright leaves and dense, nest-like growth habit. The form stays much more compact than the typical tall snake plant, giving it a sculptural appearance suited to smaller indoor displays and plant collections.
Light Requirements
Light - Container: Tolerates low light; partial sunlight is also suitable.
Watering Protocols
Water - Container: Allow the soil to dry between waterings and avoid persistently wet roots.
Growing Medium / Substrate
Growing Medium / Substrate: Use well-drained soil.
Safety Guidance
ASPCA lists snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) as toxic to cats.
ASPCA lists snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) as toxic to dogs.
Dracaena trifasciata is harmful if eaten; NC State classifies the species as having low-severity poison characteristics and RHS also warns that it is harmful if eaten.
Additional Plant Information
Dracaena trifasciata is accepted by Kew in Asparagaceae.
Native range: Southern Nigeria through west-central tropical Africa, and Tanzania.