{"product_id":"sansevieria-fernwood-mikado-snake-plant","title":"Sansevieria Fernwood (Mikado Snake Plant) - Dracaena angolensis 'Fernwood'","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePlant Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSansevieria Fernwood, also sold as the Mikado Snake Plant (Dracaena angolensis 'Fernwood', formerly classified as Sansevieria), is a striking, cylindrical-leaved succulent known for its architectural, spiky silhouette and near-indestructible nature. Grown in a healthy 4-inch nursery pot, this variety features narrower, more graceful leaves than the classic broad-leaved snake plant, fanning outward in a way that reads as sculptural rather than stiff. It's an ideal choice for beginners, busy households, or anyone in Vancouver's lower-light apartments looking for a plant that forgives an inconsistent watering schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFeature Highlights\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy Nursery Grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-Inch Pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy Care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant belongs to the Asparagaceae family. Taxonomists have reclassified the genus Sansevieria into Dracaena based on genetic research, so you will see this plant labeled as either Dracaena angolensis or by its long-familiar name, Sansevieria. 'Fernwood' is prized for its narrower, more upright cylindrical leaves compared to the flat-leaved snake plants most people picture, giving it a fountain-like, fern-adjacent look that inspired its common name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew houseplants tolerate neglect as gracefully as a snake plant. Fernwood's slender, gently arching leaves add textural contrast to a plant collection dominated by broad-leaved tropicals, and its tolerance for low light and irregular watering makes it a genuinely low-stress addition to any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDracaena angolensis 'Fernwood' (formerly Sansevieria)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSansevieria Fernwood, Mikado Snake Plant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsparagaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfrica (cultivar origin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSucculent perennial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePot Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-inch nursery pot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpright, fanning rosette\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-60 cm indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMature Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-45 cm indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLeaf Colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMottled green banding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlower Colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreenish-white (rare indoors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBloom Season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOccasional, spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEvergreen \/ Deciduous\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIndoor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOutdoor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer container plant only (Zones 10-11 for permanent outdoor growth)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePet Safe\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eToxicity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMildly toxic to cats and dogs if ingested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDifficulty Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow, allow to dry out fully\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight Needs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to bright indirect light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage indoor humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-27°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSoil\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast-draining succulent\/cactus mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight feeding 1-2 times in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRhizome division\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExpected Lifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMany years, very long-lived\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThick, semi-cylindrical leaves in mottled green banding radiate outward from a central base, giving the plant a spiky, fan-like form. As a succulent, it stores water in its leaves, which is part of what makes it so drought-tolerant. Mature plants can occasionally send up small, fragrant, tubular flower spikes, though this is uncommon indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernwood adapts to a wide range of light, from bright indirect light to fairly low light, making it well suited to interior rooms or north-facing windows. It also tolerates several hours of direct sun once acclimated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet the soil dry out completely between waterings, then water thoroughly. As a succulent-type plant, Fernwood is far more likely to suffer from overwatering than underwatering, so err on the side of watering less often, especially in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAverage indoor humidity is entirely sufficient; this plant has no special humidity requirements and adapts well to the dry air common in Canadian homes during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernwood prefers typical indoor temperatures between 15 and 27 degrees Celsius and should be kept away from prolonged exposure to cold drafts or frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fast-draining succulent or cactus mix, or amend a standard potting soil generously with perlite or coarse sand, since good drainage is essential to prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed sparingly with a diluted, balanced fertilizer once or twice during the spring and summer growing season. This plant grows slowly and does not need frequent feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRepotting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernwood prefers being slightly root-bound and only needs repotting every two to three years, or when it visibly outgrows its pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePruning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle pruning is needed. Simply remove any damaged or discolored leaves at the base with clean shears as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagate by dividing rhizome sections at the base of the plant, or by rooting leaf cuttings in water or soil, though division is faster and preserves variegation more reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth is slow, with new leaf fans emerging gradually over the course of a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndoors, Fernwood typically reaches 30 to 60 centimetres in height with a similarly modest spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIndoor Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis snake plant variety is exceptionally well suited to indoor life anywhere in Canada. It tolerates the lower light levels found in many apartments and offices, and its drought tolerance makes it forgiving of an inconsistent care routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOutdoor Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernwood can summer outdoors in a sheltered, partly shaded spot once nighttime temperatures are reliably above 10 degrees Celsius, but it must be brought indoors before fall frost, as it has no cold hardiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlowering Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature, well-established plants can occasionally produce small, fragrant, greenish-white flower spikes, typically in spring, though indoor blooming is uncommon and not the main reason this plant is grown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnake plants, including Fernwood, are considered mildly toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, and can cause drooling, vomiting, or diarrhea. Keep it away from pets prone to chewing on houseplants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAir Purifying Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSansevieria trifasciata, a close relative of this plant, was included in NASA's Clean Air Study and shown to help filter certain indoor air pollutants. While Fernwood itself has not been individually tested, it belongs to the same air-filtering genus commonly associated with these benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft, mushy, or discolored leaves are almost always a sign of overwatering or poor drainage and can indicate root rot. Wrinkled or curling leaves suggest the plant has gone too long without water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePest Management\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnake plants are relatively pest-resistant, though mealybugs and spider mites can occasionally appear. Wipe leaves periodically and treat any infestation with insecticidal soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernwood's spiky, fountain-like form makes a striking contrast against soft, round-leaved plants. Place it in a sculptural ceramic pot on a plant stand or entryway console for an architectural statement piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginners, low-light apartments, forgetful waterers, and anyone rounding out a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/beginner-plants\"\u003elow-maintenance plant\u003c\/a\u003e collection with an air-filtering option from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/air-purifying-plants\"\u003eair purifying plants\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater even less frequently in fall and winter, when growth slows considerably. In spring and summer, resume light feeding and slightly more regular watering as the plant re-enters active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I water Sansevieria Fernwood?\u003c\/strong\u003e Only once the soil has dried out completely, which may be every two to four weeks depending on your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Fernwood survive in low light?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it tolerates low to bright indirect light very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this plant toxic to pets?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is considered mildly toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Fernwood also called Dracaena angolensis?\u003c\/strong\u003e Genetic reclassification moved Sansevieria species into the genus Dracaena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Fernwood purify the air?\u003c\/strong\u003e A closely related species was included in NASA's Clean Air Study; results are commonly associated with the broader Sansevieria group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does Fernwood get?\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 30 to 60 centimetres tall indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/strong\u003e By dividing the rhizome at the base of established plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are the leaves going soft or mushy?\u003c\/strong\u003e This usually points to overwatering or root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need fertilizer?\u003c\/strong\u003e Only lightly, once or twice during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep it outdoors year-round in BC?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, it must come indoors before frost as it has no cold hardiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow and inspect every snake plant before it ships, ensuring your Fernwood arrives with healthy roots and strong foliage. 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