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Sansevieria “Fernwood”

Sansevieria “Fernwood”, also known as Sansevieria canaliculata, is an erect plant with long, leathery, cylindrical leaves, tapering to a sharp point, which emerge in clumps from underground rhizomes, or stems.

Latin name
Sansevieria canaliculata “Fernwood”

Pronunciation
(“san-sev-ee-AIR-ree-ah kan-al-lik-you-LAH-tah”)

Common name
Sansevieria canaliculata

Origin
Mozambique, Tanzania and Madagascar

They are closely related to Dracaenas (they are now more correctly classified as a Dracaena). The leaves are strongly variegated and can be up to 60cm long in some varieties. “Fernwood” is a small variety with slender leaves that grow almost vertically from the ground. Small, simple, fragrant white flowers are produced, but these are seldom noticeable.

Sansevieria canaliculata is one of approximately seventy species of Sansevieria, all of which are evergreen perennials native to the semi-deserts of southern and western Africa. Sansevieria canaliculata is native in Mozambique, Tanzania and Madagascar. Sansevieria is named after an Austrian prince of Sanseriero. They were introduced to Europe in the late seventeenth century.

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Its natural air-purifying abilities make it not just decorative but also beneficial for improving indoor air quality.

Mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested. It contains saponins that can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea in cats and dogs.

caring for your plant

Light

Will tolerate low light levels. Direct sunlight causes bleaching of the leaves. Will tolerate dry atmospheres.

Watering

Little water required. The compost should be allowed to dry out between watering.

Pruning

Do not prune, although the plant can be divided when large.

Feeding

A little dilute fertilizer added to the water will be all that is necessary.

pest & diseases

Occasional mealybugs, which can be removed when cleaning the leaves with a damp cloth.

Our plants are grown in Ecoponic, an alternative to soil. Officially known as a vulkaponic substrate, it replaces traditional compost with a clean, mineral-based medium that helps protect peatlands.

According to the IUCN UK Peatland Programme, “A loss of only 5% of UK peatland carbon would be equal to the UK’s annual greenhouse gas emissions.” As well as storing carbon, the natural wetlands where peat is found are critical to the survival of plants and wildlife. Ecoponic also improves plant health and uses water more efficiently.

Find out more about Ecoponic here.

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Research from the University of Exeter found that offices with plants can increase productivity by up to 15% while also improving concentration and job satisfaction.