| Protologue: |
Sansevieria Journal 5: 8 (2002). |
| Subgenus: |
Capitulatus |
| Group: |
Sansevieria scimitariformis |
| Etymology: |
For the apparent resemblance of the leaf cross-section to a scimitar, or a Persian broad sword. |
| Distribution: |
This species occurs in Zimbabwe in the northeastern part of the country at one locality, but it also possibly occurs in Zambia and Malawi. |
| Brief Description: |
This acaulescent species has 4 - 6 rosulate leaves that are spreading and flat with a shallow gutter. The leaves typically are 50-70 cm long by 6 - 10 cm wide with 30 mm thick base. The tip is blunt and the leaves tend to be dark gray-green with some vague banding. The brownish margin is wavy and thin. The inflorescence is about 15 tall and capitate with 4 - 6 flowers per cluster. |
| Similar Species: |
This species is part of a large group of species related by geographic distribution and general characteristics, including Sansevieria hallii, S. humiflora, S. sinus-simiorum, and S. formosa. It likely is closest to the latter species, which differs in its twisted leaf shape and folded margins. |
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A flowering specimen of Sansevieria scimitariformis in cultivation.
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Sansevieria scimitariformis in cultivation.
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