snake plant

Thân thiện

A snake plant sits in a ceramic pot on a sunny windowsill.

Definition

Noun: 1. A common houseplant: A stemless, perennial plant (Sansevieria trifasciata, also classified as Dracaena trifasciata) characterized by its long, upright, rigid, sword-shaped leaves, often with green banded or variegated patterns. It is highly valued for its tolerance of low light and irregular watering.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The snake plant in the corner is thriving even in the dim office light.
  • She bought a new snake plant for her bedroom because it helps purify the air.
  • Snake plants are known for being very difficult to kill, making them perfect for beginners.

Advanced Usage

• "Mother-in-law's tongue": A common colloquial name for the snake plant, referring to the sharp, pointed shape of its leaves.
  • My grandmother always called her snake plant a mother-in-law's tongue.

Variants and Related Words

• Sansevieria (n): The former botanical genus name for the snake plant.
• Dracaena trifasciata (n): The current accepted botanical name for the species.
• Viper's bowstring hemp (n): Another common name, referencing the strong fibers historically obtained from its leaves.

Synonyms

• Mother-in-law's tongue: (Informal synonym)
• Saint George's sword: (Regional/common name)

Related Phrases

• Air-purifying plant: A descriptive phrase often associated with the snake plant due to studies suggesting it removes certain toxins from indoor air.
  • Many people choose a snake plant as an air-purifying plant for their home.

Học thuật

Noun

1. stemless plant having narrow rigid leaves often cultivated as a houseplant

Từ đồng nghĩa

• mother-in-law's tongue
• Sansevieria trifasciata