Snake Plant 'Forest Star'
Best low-maintenance greenery for busy plant beginners and office spaces.
Elevate your space with the Snake Plant 'Forest Star', an evergreen perennial native to tropical West Africa. This striking plant, also known as Sansevieria Trifasciata, boasts strong, sword-shaped leaves with a distinctive dark green pattern. It's a champion of low-maintenance living, naturally purifying your air and thriving on neglect due to its drought tolerance. Easily propagated, it's perfect for expanding your collection or sharing the gift of green. This plant arrives potted and ready to enhance any home or office environment.
$21.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
141
/ 9277
#141 in Potted Houseplants
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Scientific Name
Sansevieria Trifasciata
/ Sansevieria Trifasciata
Who it's for
- Novice plant owners or busy professionals needing low-maintenance greenery
- Designers seeking architectural accents for compact modern spaces
- Health-conscious homeowners looking to improve indoor air quality
Who should skip it
- Overzealous waterers prone to killing plants with kindness
- Pet owners or parents of curious toddlers
- Gardeners wanting rapid visual transformation and quick growth
Performance breakdown
Maintenance Effort
Thrives on neglect and requires minimal watering to stay healthy.
Air Purification
Naturally filters indoor toxins to improve your home air quality.
Growth Rate
A slow-growing variety that maintains its compact, architectural shape over time.
Propagation Potential
Simple to multiply, making it ideal for expanding your indoor collection.
Pet Safety
Contains compounds that are toxic if ingested by curious household pets.
Light Adaptability
Versatile enough to handle various indoor lighting conditions with ease.
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Sansevieria Trifasciata
Cultivar
Forest Star
Lifespan
Perennial
Toxicity
Toxic to pets
Fragrance
None
Pot Included
Yes
Soil Included
Yes
Suitable for Indoor Use Only
Features
- Natural air purifier
- Highly drought tolerant
- Easy to propagate
- Strong, sword-shaped leaves
- Perennial lifespan
- Arrives potted and planted
- Low maintenance care
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the Forest Star Snake Plant, consistently praising its striking aesthetics and vibrant variegation. A key theme is the exceptional quality upon arrival; plants are frequently described as robust and healthy, reflecting excellent pre-shipping care. Reviewers also commend the secure packaging that protects the foliage during transit. While the plant's resilience and low maintenance are highly valued, some buyers noted the initial size felt slightly smaller relative to the premium price. Overall, this unique, collector quality specimen is viewed as a desirable and worthwhile addition to any indoor garden.
Know before you buy
As a drought-tolerant succulent, this plant prefers its soil to dry out completely between waterings. In most indoor environments, watering once every two to four weeks is sufficient, though you should water even less frequently during the winter months.
No, the Snake Plant 'Forest Star' is toxic to pets if ingested. It is best placed on a high shelf or in a room that your pets cannot access.
While it is known for being hardy, the 'Forest Star' performs best in bright, indirect light. It can tolerate lower light conditions, but its growth rate will slow down significantly.
Yes, the plant arrives fully potted in soil, so it is ready to be placed in your home or office immediately upon arrival.
Propagating the 'Forest Star' is quite straightforward. You can easily grow new plants by taking leaf cuttings and placing them in water or directly into well-draining soil.
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