Overview
- TN warns that overwatering in hot weather can quickly rot Sansevieria roots, advising irrigation only when the soil is completely dry, strong drainage, no standing water, and bright indirect light.
- Los Andes highlights the species’ ability to handle extreme heat thanks to thick, waxy leaves that store water, reinforcing its suitability for warm indoor environments.
- Coverage reiterates evidence from NASA-cited studies and university replications that the plant can remove certain indoor pollutants and, with nocturnal CAM photosynthesis, release oxygen at night.
- Clarín relays AI-summarized placement advice, pointing to entryways, living rooms, bedrooms, and well‑ventilated bathrooms, paired with basics like light, drainage-focused substrates, and spaced watering.
- For propagation, TN details cutting 10 cm leaf sections marked in a V, rooting a few centimeters in water with changes every three to four days, then potting into a well‑drained mix, with optional 48‑hour callusing and a light dusting of cinnamon to deter fungi.