Sansevieria Boncel Starfish
Sansevieria ‘Starfish’ is a compact variety of Sansevieria that’s great for small spaces. The leaves are light green, upright, and cylindrical. They emerge alternately from a central point at the base of the plant, forming a fan-like shape that resembles its namesake sea creature. Like other types of Snake Plants, this charming cultivar requires little maintenance and thrives even in neglect. Plus, they help clean the air, too!
Plant Type
Tropical
Tropical plants grow naturally in tropical areas where the climate is hot and humid. Easy to grow indoors, these plants add an exotic flair to your home with a vivid display of striking blooms and attractive foliage.
Plant Feature
Air Purifying
These are plants that help remove pollutants from the air through their attractive leaves and roots. They make the perfect houseplant in rooms where airflow is limited.
Low Light
These plants can thrive in even the darkest corner in your room. Though typically slow-growing, they still adorn your space with a touch of greenery.
Beginner
Beginner plants are exceptionally forgiving and hardy. They are easy to keep alive and mostly low maintenance. These are perfect if you have a less-than-green thumb, or just starting to hone your gardening skills.
Low Maintenance
These are plants that you do not have to water too often and are excellent in various lighting conditions. This makes them perfect for any room in your house.
Magical (Anxiety)
These are plants that help alleviate anxiety symptoms by improving the air quality in the room. They bring lots of stress relief and anti-anxiety benefits into your home.
Kid Friendly
Even the kids can enjoy growing and caring for these plants since they are easy to grow, safe, and non-toxic. Kid-friendly plants will surely help make your home nice-looking without having to worry about skin irritation, allergies, or plant poisoning.
Bedroom
These are plants that can be grown in your bedroom. Usually requiring little to no maintenance, bedroom plants help you get a good night’s sleep with their air-purifying abilities and relaxing ambiance.
Light Care
Low-Medium Light
These plants perform well under low to medium light conditions. Place them in a room with a minimal light source or far from sunny windows, and they’re good to go.
Water Care
Low-Medium Water
Plants with low to medium water requirements need at least once a week of watering. Water these plants when the soil feels dry to touch.
Fertilizer Care
Low Fertilizer
These plants would appreciate a regular application of fertilizers during the growing season. They aren’t heavy feeders, and feeding at low rates is enough for these low-fertilizer plants to grow well.
Zones
10-11
Plant Care Tips
A more compact variety of Sansevieria cylindrica, this plant is given its name for its starfish looking growth pattern. Sansevieria are another perfect plant for beginners. They are capable of going without water for long periods, and thrive in low light conditions. Good for people who vacation frequently, but still want the flair of live plants in their home. When re potting, use our all purpose soil mix.
Origin
Sansevieria Starfish are native to West Africa, specifically the country of Angola.