SKU: 3087661781
dracaena angolensis medicinal uses

dracaena angolensis medicinal uses Dracaena angolensis

Sale price$18.41 Regular price$20.46
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $5.12 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Aug 2 - Aug 7

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

dracaena angolensis medicinal uses Dracaena angolensisDracaena angolensis (Sansevieria cylindrica) Dracaena angolensis is the cylindrical snake plant still widely recognised as Sansevieria cylindrica. Its leaves rise from the base as thick grey green spears with subtle banding and a rounded cross section. The plant starts with a narrow footprint, then gradually adds basal shoots from its rhizome. Mature leaves can become long and heavy, so a stable pot helps the plant sit securely as it develops. Spears

Dracaena angolensis (Sansevieria cylindrica)

Dracaena angolensis is the cylindrical snake plant still widely recognised as Sansevieria cylindrica. Its leaves rise from the base as thick grey-green spears with subtle banding and a rounded cross-section.

The plant starts with a narrow footprint, then gradually adds basal shoots from its rhizome. Mature leaves can become long and heavy, so a stable pot helps the plant sit securely as it develops.

Spears from a basal rosette

  • Cylindrical, pointed leaves with a water-storing texture.
  • Grey-green banding that follows the curved leaf surface.
  • Rhizomatous growth with new shoots emerging from the base.
  • Steady indoor development in a pot with excellent drainage.

African spear growth and rhizomes

Dracaena angolensis is native to southern tropical Africa, including Angola, Zambia and Zimbabwe. It grows as a rhizomatous geophyte in seasonally dry tropical habitats, which explains its tolerance of dry intervals and its sensitivity to cold, wet substrate.

Indoors, the plant builds height and density through the same pattern: thick foliage above, gradual rhizome spread below. New shoots may eventually fill the pot and create a denser cluster of spears.

Care for cylindrical spear leaves

  • Light: Place in a bright position with gentle direct sun if introduced gradually.
  • Watering: Water thoroughly after the substrate has dried deeply; reduce watering during cooler months.
  • Substrate: Use a gritty, mineral-rich mix that lets water pass quickly through the pot.
  • Pot weight: Use a heavier container to balance mature leaves as they gain height.
  • Temperature: Keep the plant warm and dry through winter, especially after watering.
  • Leaf care: Cut damaged leaves at the base with a clean blade; old scars stay visible on mature foliage.

When the base or leaves change

  • Dark soft tissue: Inspect the rhizome if the lower leaf base turns mushy or collapses.
  • Thin new leaves: Increase light gradually if fresh growth appears weak or stretched.
  • Loose plant in the pot: Check for root loss after overwatering, then restart in a drier substrate if needed.
  • Fine webbing or white clusters: Treat spider mites or mealybugs early, especially around the grooves and leaf bases.

Safe placement in the home

Dracaena angolensis contains saponins and is toxic if ingested by cats or dogs. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children, and wash hands after cutting damaged leaves if your skin is sensitive.

Why both names appear

The accepted botanical name is Dracaena angolensis. The familiar synonym Sansevieria cylindrica refers to the cylindrical leaves, while angolensis means “of Angola.” Dracaena itself comes from Greek drakaina, meaning female dragon.

Dracaena angolensis has cylindrical leaves, rhizome-led growth and a narrow indoor footprint.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 3087661781

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell dracaena angolensis medicinal uses

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.1 ★★★★★
Based on 23 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
A
Verified Purchase
Amazon Customer
Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 5
Measure what you buy.
Size: 50 Feet, Style: 10 AWG
I love the product made my job easy on this last pontoon I worked on but the pontoons only 20 ft long and I only pulled wires halfway and I got less than 10 ft left there was not 50 ft on that spool. But now that I've cut it used it and are using it a little hard to complain, but the use of the application for the wire is 100%, thank you very much for the product.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2024
M
Verified Purchase
Mike
Boise, US
★★★★★ 4
Great value, but not overly flexible.
Size: 50 Feet, Style: 10 AWG
I used this wire to run power from my car's battery to a ham radio in my trunk, and an inverter under my driver seat. This wire fit the bill perfectly. It is water, oil resistant, and tinned (to resist corrosion). One challenge I ran into was its stiffness. Despite having many fine strands, the wire doesn't flex well. You can bend it, but wants to spring back and doesn't hold its shape. This made running the wire under the hood through the firewall, and along the door moulding... a LOT of work. I scraped a lot of knuckle in the process. Overall, I'd still recommend using it for automotive projects. It is a high quality wire. Just know that it's hard to manipulate though a lot of twists and turns.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2022
J
Verified Purchase
John M.
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Great Marine Wire!!
Size: 50 Feet, Style: 10 AWG
Great wire Love the insulation & black & white cabling. Great improvement on my sound quality as well!!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2025
A
Verified Purchase
An Lam
Fort Morgan, US
★★★★★ 5
Excellent audio cable
Size: 50 Feet, Style: 10 AWG
High quality cable, it work good with my audio system, easy to install and retain sound quality. Recommended!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2024
H
Verified Purchase
HG Commercial
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 5
Excelente
Size: 18 AWG-200 ft
Buen artículo recomendado
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026

recommand products