Fernwood Mikado: Cylindrical Spikes & Architectural Drama

Sculptural Cylindrical Leaves Like Living Art

Fernwood Mikado captivates with its unique cylindrical, spike-like leaves that grow straight up like green pencils. This striking Sansevieria hybrid combines the easy care of snake plants with an extraordinary architectural form that resembles living sculpture.

Unique Sansevieria with Modern Appeal

Cylindrical spikes: Round, pencil-like leaves grow vertically in striking clusters.

Drought champion: Extreme tolerance for neglect and infrequent watering.

Compact growth: Stays relatively small while creating maximum visual impact.

Contemporary Design Statement

Modern minimalist: Clean geometric lines perfect for contemporary spaces.
Desk companion: Compact size ideal for workspaces and small areas.
Conversation starter: Unique form always draws attention and questions.

Plant Care Summary

Light

Bright, indirect light preferred; tolerates low light conditions well.

Water

Water deeply but very infrequently; can survive weeks without water.

Humidity

Thrives in any humidity level; extremely adaptable to dry air.

Temperature

65-80°F (18-27°C); tolerates temperature fluctuations well.

Meet Fernwood Mikado

This extraordinary Sansevieria hybrid develops cylindrical, pencil-like leaves that grow straight up in tight clusters. Named for its resemblance to Mikado pick-up sticks, this architectural wonder combines the legendary toughness of snake plants with a completely unique form that serves as living sculpture in modern spaces.

Fun Facts

Mikado sticks

Named for resemblance to Japanese Mikado pickup game sticks.

Sansevieria hybrid

Combines toughness of snake plants with unique form.

Slow grower

Takes time to develop full sculptural impact.

Air purifier

Shares snake plant air-cleaning properties.

Sad Plant Signs

Soft mushy spikes

Overwatering-reduce frequency and improve drainage.

Brown tips

Fluoride in tap water-use filtered or distilled water.

Slow growth

Normal for this plant-patience required for development.

Leaning spikes

Insufficient light-move to brighter indirect location.

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