"Step Mother's Tongue" = Snake Plant (Mother-in-Law's Tongue)

Correct Name: Sansevieria

Common names: Snake Plant, Mother-in-Law's Tongue. Long, stiff, pointed leaves (solid or striped). Very tough—only killed by overwatering.

Care

• Water ~monthly (every 2 weeks in summer outdoors).
• Low light okay (corners), but grows faster in bright indirect.
• Summer outdoors in shade.
• Never overwater.

Availability

Every nursery, garden center, even supermarkets. Inexpensive. Slow-growing to 5–6+ ft.