What is the Latin name of this plant?
Sansevieria trifasciata 'Black Dragon' [large]
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Nov 08, 2022 - 07:11 AM
The latin name for this plant is Dracaena trifasciata, although we use the old name (Sansevieria trifasciata) because that name has been around longer. The cultivar 'Black Dragon' was created in cultivation (cultivar = cultivated variety) so, according the the International Code of Botanical Nomenclature, the full Latin name is used, followed by 'Black Dragon'.
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Sansevieria trifasciata 'Black Dragon' [large]
Sansevieria trifasciata 'Black Dragon' (now Dracaena): An emerald green snake plant with a compact form and extra broad leaves. This plant stays under 12.0" and has low light needs, so it makes for an excellent houseplant. Even those in small apartments can enjoy the company of this sna...
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