3 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT SNAKE PLANTS

 Snake plants are long sprouting plants that bring life and add colour to your environment. The Snake Plant is also known as the Mother In-laws tongue is known to be a dangerous and poisonous plant to reptiles and other animals.



Dogs and cats who eat the plant are known to stool uncontrollably and mess the environment because of the toxins this plant carries. It is also possible the Snake plant is called Mother In-laws tongue because of the tiny thorns around its edges.

There are three things to know about the snake plant. They are as follows:

1. They purify the air.

Snake plants are known as air purifiers. They suck up carbon monoxide and other harmful gases and allow us to relish good absorbable air.


2. They do not require frequent watering.

Snake plants do not require frequent watering because they are self-absorbing plants. They can go for weeks and months without been watered and yet they will grow properly in strength. There's no denying this is a really tough plant.

3. They are indoor and outdoor plants.

With Snake plants, there's no perfect environment for them to thrive. Though they are good with indirect sunlight, they can be placed in any part of the house where they are receptive to a bit of sunlight. Even when they are placed outside in the sun, they still thrive. Important to note is the fact that the snake plant is beneficial to your health, environment and easy to maintain. 

Now that you have learned about the Snake plant will you own one? And if you already do have one, what part of the house is your snake plant placed in?
 

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