Sansevieria Cylindrica Starfish Plant

Sansevieria Cylindrica Starfish (also known as Starfish Snake Plant) is a compact, architectural houseplant featuring thick, cylindrical leaves that grow in a unique fan or star shape. Native to arid regions of Africa, this drought-tolerant succulent is ideal for beginners and busy plant lovers. Its ability to thrive in low light and purify indoor air makes it perfect for homes, offices, and gifting.

This hardy indoor plant requires minimal watering, tolerates neglect, and adapts easily to a variety of indoor environments. With its sculptural form and slow growth habit, the Starfish Snake Plant adds a modern aesthetic while improving indoor air quality.

Specifications & Plant Care

Origin: South Africa
Family: Asparagaceae
Height: 90–200 cm tall

Light: Thrives in bright indirect light to full sun and also tolerates low-light conditions, making it perfect for homes and offices.

Watering: Allow the top inch of soil to dry between watering during the growing season. In winter, water sparingly to prevent root rot and avoid watering the leaf rosette.

Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity. Light misting during summer helps maintain healthy foliage.

Temperature: Ideal range is 16–24°C (60–75°F). Tolerates normal indoor temperature fluctuations but avoid extreme cold.

Soil: Use a loose, well-drained potting mix or soilless medium.

Fertilizer: Feed with a mild cactus fertilizer during the growing season; avoid fertilizing in winter.

Air Purifying: Known to remove toxins like formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene while converting CO₂ to oxygen at night.

Landscape Uses: Ideal as a statement accent plant or for mass planting in planters, balconies, offices, and garden beds.