Sansevieria masoniana (Whale Fin Snake Plant)

Sansevieria ‘Masoniana’, also known by the common name “Whale Fin”, is an impressive succulent plant from the Asparagaceae family, native to Central Africa (Democratic Republic of Congo). Its name comes from the shape of its large, broad, and upright leaf, which resembles a whale’s dorsal fin.

🔹 Botanical characteristics:

• Form: A herbaceous plant, medium to large in size, with slow growth and a vertical structure. Usually it has a single large leaf, but over time it can produce several leaves or side shoots from the rhizome.

• Leaves: Very broad (up to 25–30 cm) and long (up to 1 meter), with a slightly rounded or pointed tip. The color is dark green, with irregular spots or stripes in lighter green. The leaf edge is smooth, and the surface is waxy, firm, and shiny.

• Roots: A fleshy, underground rhizome from which the plant can produce new shoots. The roots are thick and well adapted to retaining water.

• Flowers: Rarely appear in indoor cultivation. When it blooms, it produces a vertical flower cluster with small, pale greenish flowers, fragrant, similar to those of other Sansevierias.

🔹 Recommended growing conditions:

• Light: Prefers strong indirect light but also tolerates partial shade. Adapts well to indoor conditions, including artificial light. In strong natural light, the leaf keeps its visible pattern and grows more harmoniously.

• Watering: Infrequent and moderate. Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings. In the cold season, watering is reduced even more. It is very drought-resistant but sensitive to excess water.

• Soil: Well-drained substrate, recommended for cacti and succulents. Perlite or sand can be added to prevent water stagnation.

• Humidity: Tolerant of dry air, does not require increased humidity. Spraying is not necessary.

• Fertilizing: Small doses of fertilizer for succulents, applied rarely (once a month during the active period – spring-summer).

Height including pot: approx. 45 cm

Decorative pot is not included in the price.