How to make mother-in-law's tongue bloom to perfume the whole house

If you think the sansevieria—sometimes jokingly called "mother-in-law's tongue"—is just a nearly indestructible decorative plant, think again. One summer morning, upon entering my living room, I was greeted by a surprisingly sweet, almost vanilla-like fragrance. After a few minutes searching for a forgotten candle or a diffuser I'd accidentally turned on, I finally understood: my sansevieria had just bloomed.

Yes, this plant, renowned for its hardiness, can produce long stems covered in small white flowers capable of filling an entire room with their fragrance. A rare phenomenon, but absolutely magical when it occurs.

Here's how I discovered the secrets that promote its flowering... and how you can do the same at home.

  1. It all starts with light

For years, I left my sansevieria in a shady corner, convinced that, because it "survives everywhere", it didn't need anything more. Big mistake.

To flower, it needs bright but indirect light.

By placing it near an east-facing window – where the morning sun remains gentle – I saw its growth awaken almost immediately. The leaves appeared firmer, thicker, and new shoots appeared regularly.

Key points to remember:

  • Bright light but not scorching sun
  • Avoid rooms that are too dark, as this slows down flowering.

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