Indoor, low to bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun
Sansevieria Ogun
A compact snake plant, 30 to 40 cm, with firm, upright leaves in a fan shape. It takes low to bright light and little water, which suits busy homes and offices.
AED 59each, 30-40 cm
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Height:
Quantity
- Sansevieria Ogun, 30-40 cm × 1
- AED 59
- Total
- AED 59
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- Light
- Low to bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun
- Water
- Every 2–3 weeks indoors when the soil is fully dry; monthly in winter
- Pets
- Toxic to pets
- Size
- 30–40 cm
- Where
- Indoor
Why people love it
- Cylindrical leaves with a dark green sheen look sculptural.
- It tolerates low light and missed waterings.
- Round, firm leaves shrug off chilled, dry office air.
- It grows slowly and needs little attention.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA lists snake plants as toxic to cats and dogs.
- Wet soil is its main enemy and rots the base.
- Growth is slow, so it stays the size you buy.
- Leaves can be damaged by cold drafts.
About this plant
Sansevieria Ogun, now classified under Dracaena, is a compact snake plant cultivar related to the cylindrical snake plant, Dracaena angolensis. It grows thick, stiff, upright leaves arranged in a neat fan, with subtle banding in shades of green. Like other snake plants, it stores water in its leaves and roots.
It is one of the easiest plants for Dubai interiors. It tolerates low light, copes with AC-dried air and survives irregular watering. It grows faster in bright, indirect light, and it can take some direct sun once used to it. Outdoors it can be used in shaded planters, but full summer sun and heavy irrigation can damage it. Overwatering is the main cause of failure, as soggy soil rots the base.
It works well on desks, shelves, bedrooms, offices and low-light corners. We offer it in a 30–40 cm size, a compact tabletop plant.
- Sizes
- 30 cm
- Light
- Low to bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun
- Water
- Every 2–3 weeks indoors when the soil is fully dry; monthly in winter
- AC
- Keep it 1 metre from vents
- Pets
- Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (saponins, under its Snake Plant entry; can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea).
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Every plant is checked at our shop in Warsan 3 before it is dispatched. Questions about Sansevieria Ogun? Message us on WhatsApp.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Sansevieria Ogun healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Low to bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2–3 weeks indoors when the soil is fully dry; monthly in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: Fast-draining cactus or succulent mix. Feeding: Diluted balanced fertilizer every 6–8 weeks from March to September. Common mistake: watering on a fixed weekly schedule, which rots the base. Where it works: desks, shelves, bedrooms, offices and low-light corners.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (saponins, under its Snake Plant entry; can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea).
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Sansevieria Ogun FAQs
Can Sansevieria Ogun live in low light?
Yes. It tolerates low light, though it grows faster in bright, indirect light.
How often should I water it?
Every 2–3 weeks indoors when the soil is fully dry, and monthly in winter.
Is it a good office plant?
Yes. It handles AC, irregular watering and limited light.
Is it toxic to pets?
The ASPCA lists snake plants as toxic to cats and dogs. They can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant?
We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.