Sansevieria aubrytniana 'Dragon' (Dragon's tongue) – H55 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Can a Sansevieria live without natural light? It tolerates low light better than almost any other houseplant, but even a weak source of indirect light helps it maintain its silvery sheen and long-term growth.
Can you put a Sansevieria in a bathroom? Yes, as long as the bathroom has a light source — it handles ambient humidity and frequent temperature changes in this type of room very well.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
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The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Upright dark green veined leaves • ✨ Silvery reflections reminiscent of scales • ☀️ Bright light to partial shade • 💧 Water every 2-3 weeks • 📏 H55 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
The Sansevieria aubrytniana 'Dragon', also called dragon's tongue, is a robust tropical succulent plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. Its thick, structured upright leaves of intense dark green are crossed by spectacular horizontal veins with silvery reflections that evoke dragon scales — a unique ornamental texture giving it a very strong sculptural presence in contemporary interiors.
It is one of the most imposing and textured Sansevierias in the Sansevieria collection — a family entirely resistant to watering neglect, among the easiest plants for city dwellers on the go.
Which Sansevieria variety to choose?
The Sansevieria genus offers a great diversity of shapes and textures — here are the most distinctive profiles from the catalog:
- Sansevieria aubrytniana 'Dragon' (this plant) — upright dark green leaves with very pronounced silver veins, imposing and sculptural form 55 cm. The most textured and imposing in the range.
- Sansevieria zeylanica — upright green leaves marbled with silver in very distinct horizontal patterns, 55 cm. The choice for a very elegant silver marbled effect.
- Sansevieria Laurentii — upright green leaves with golden yellow edges, classic form. The choice for the classic and best-known version of the family.
- Sansevieria 'Moonshine' — very light green almost silvery upright leaves, elegant form 40 cm. The choice for a very bright and almost metallic palette.
- Sansevieria 'Black Coral' — very dark green almost black upright leaves, 35 cm. The choice for a very dark and dramatic palette.
- Sansevieria 'Whitney' — upright dark green leaves edged with silver, compact form 27 cm. The choice for a very elegant compact size.
- Sansevieria Fernwood Punk — upright cylindrical leaves in a compact fan shape, 35 cm size. The choice for a very original cylindrical silhouette.
- Sansevieria Spearmint — upright variegated green and white leaves, very bright, 55 cm. The choice for a very light and bright palette.
Exposure & placement
The Sansevieria 'Dragon' is one of the most adaptable indoor plants — it maintains its sculptural silhouette equally well in bright light or low light, among the few graphic plants recommended for low-light spaces.
- Light: bright light to partial shade — also tolerates low light without losing its upright form.
- In bright light: the silver reflections of the veins intensify and the dark green deepens.
- Locations: living room, entrance, bedroom, office — anywhere, including the dimmest rooms.
- Temperature: 18 to 27 °C — tolerates cooler rooms much better than most tropical plants.
Place it in a well-drained pot and avoid any excess water — this is its only enemy, and the only real care requirement for this plant.
Watering & care
The Sansevieria 'Dragon' is a succulent — its thick leaves store water and allow it to go through long periods without watering without damage. As with all drought-resistant plants, the soil must be completely dry before watering again.
- Frequency: every 2 to 3 weeks in spring-summer — wait until the soil is completely dry before watering.
- In winter: monthly watering is enough, or even less — the plant enters dormancy.
- Drainage: essential — a pot with drainage holes filled with cactus substrate, never let water stagnate in the decorative pot.
- Fertilizer: a small dose of fertilizer in spring is enough for the whole season.
- Cleaning: wipe the leaves once a month with a soft cloth to maintain the shine of the silver veins.
The Sansevieria 'Dragon' prefers neglect over excess water — if you hesitate to water, wait another week. You will never harm it by lack of water, only by too much.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The vertical silhouette and sculpted texture of the Sansevieria 'Dragon' make it an ideal structural plant in desert and contemporary arrangements — its silver veins create a strong focal point that perfectly interacts with raw materials.
- For a very sculptural desert-style arrangement, pair the Sansevieria 'Dragon' with an Euphorbia acrurensis and an Aloe vera — the upright ribbed leaves of the Sansevieria, the fluted vertical stems of the Euphorbia, and the fleshy rosette of the Aloe create three very distinct silhouettes within the same graphic green palette.
- For a strong texture contrast in a contemporary interior, pair it with a Zamioculcas and a Ficus elastica 'Abidjan' — the ribbed verticality of the Sansevieria, the arched stems and shiny oval leaves of the Zamioculcas, and the large almost black leaves of the Ficus create three very complementary layers in a sophisticated deep green composition.
- In a raw concrete or matte black ceramic decorative pot, the dark, textured materials directly complement the silver veins of the Sansevieria — choose a dark matte ceramic decorative pot for a very contemporary and graphic look.
- In an entryway or hallway, the Sansevieria 'Dragon' is the ideal plant for passage areas — its compact verticality takes up little floor space and its tolerance for low light allows it to thrive in rarely sunny spots.
Verdeia tips
- Always wait until the substrate is completely dry before watering: this is the most important rule with Sansevieria — watering when the substrate is still moist causes silent root rot that destroys the plant from the inside before the leaves show visible signs. When in doubt, wait another week.
- Turn the pot every two months for balanced growth: Sansevieria grows slowly but orients its leaves toward the light — regular rotation maintains a balanced shape and evenly exposes the silver veins on all sides.
- Repot at most every 3 years in a cactus substrate: Sansevieria is a very slow-growing plant that prefers a slightly snug pot — the steps for repotting succulent plants fully apply here.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Sansevieria aubrytniana 'Dragon'
- Common name: Sansevieria Dragon, dragon's tongue
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Origin: Tropical regions of Africa
- Dimensions on delivery: H55 cm | Pot Ø14 cm
- Light exposure: Bright light to partial shade, tolerates low light
- Watering: Very moderate, allow to dry completely between waterings
- Temperature: 18 – 27 °C
- Care: Very easy
- Toxicity: Slightly toxic to pets and children if ingested
- Decorative style: Sculptural / Contemporary / Graphic
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The shade and intensity of the silver veins naturally vary depending on the light and season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.