Sansevieria boncel starfish

Sansevieria boncel starfish Care

Sansevieria cylindrica hybrid

What is the plant

Sansevieria Starfish is definitely one to have in your Sansevierias collection, as it is quite a special one and will definitely be the star of the shelf or succulent garden. This rosette-designed evergreen plant is a rare species of Sansevieria, so if you find one, grab it and keep it safe, as not every plant enthusiast is so lucky to have one.

Sansevieria Cylindrica has starfish-shaped foliage, as its common name suggests, and will grow with thick striped leaves that will eventually curl a little at maturity due to gravity. Originally from South Africa, in the region of Angola, they grow on coastal cliffs, so you can imagine that taking care of them is not such a difficult task. This plant is also known as Spear Orchid, Spear Orchid, or Starfish Snake Plant. At maturity, it grows up to 1 foot tall (30 cm) and 1 foot wide (30 cm). They rarely flower, but when they do, they bloom with tall, pink, and white non-fragrant flowers.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

15°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

10a - 11

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Sansevieria Starfish does not like to be waterlogged and has to stay in moist soil, so don’t overwater it, as this might also cause root rot. Always wait for the soil to dry before watering again, about two weeks apart, depending on the temperature and the sunlight that it receives. During winter, only water about once a month, as the plant starts to go dormant. Keep them in low-humidity rooms, as they don’t like to be misted too much.
Pruning
You can skip this step when caring for Sansevieria Starfish, as the plant is a slow grower, non-invasive plant, so the only pruning you need to do is to cut the yellowing leaves to help the plant direct its nutrients to its growing foliage.
Fertilizer
This plant does very well without fertilization. In fact, too much fertilizer can lead to mineral buildup, which is also a way to stop the plant from growing. If you really must use a fertilizer to consider your caring routine complete, choose a mild liquid fertilizer that you dilute to half its strength and only fertilize once a month during the growth period.

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Sunlight
This plant is not very pretentious when it comes to light, so you can place it wherever you have an empty spot where it can grow freely. Ideally, place them in bright, indirect sunlight, as the direct sun can scorch the leaves.
Soil
This plant does not thrive in soil retaining water, so go for loamy soil with great drainage. You can create a potting mix of normal potting soil, adding one part of perlite and one part of sand. An alternative is to choose pre-mixed succulent or cactus potting soil.
Propagation
The easiest way to propagate a Sansevieria Starfish is by cutting the offspring that grow on the bottom of the plant and planting them in a new pot. Make sure you use sterilized scissors in the process. After cutting, let them air dry for two or three days, then plant them directly into the soil and keep the soil moist and away from direct light for the first two-three weeks. Soon, the roots will start to form, and you will have a new plant to enjoy around the house.

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Temperature
The ideal temperature for this plant is between 60 and 75°F (16-24°C). Avoid keeping it in spots where cold air flows directly onto it, and if you place the pot in your garden, bring it indoors once the temperature starts to drop. Sansevierias are not frost tolerant and cold temperatures can kill the plant.
Container
This plant likes to be rootbound and does best in containers that are not too big for it, although its foliage might suggest that it needs a bigger one. Only repot every few years, as this is a slow-growing plant, and choose a pot that is a maximum of two sizes bigger. It is important to plant them in a pot that can offer some support to the plant, as it gets quite heavy at maturity, so terracotta pots are the best match for them.
Fun fact
Sansevieria Starfish is not just an impressive ornamental plant. It also has air purifying purposes, so keeping it in the living room or bedroom is a great choice for your health.

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Popularity
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Common pests
Vine weevils and mealybugs are the most common pests for Sansevieria Starfish, but the plant is not prone to attracting pests too often. If they happen to appear, gently rub the leaves with neem oil, and the plant will be pest-free. If you notice the pests in the noil, add neem oil to your water, and the problem will be fixed.
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