The Snake Plant Zeylanica is a succulent plant characterized by its upright sword-like leaves with light green horizontal stripes. It is popular for its incredibly easy-going nature (it can tolerate low light and drought) and its air-purifying capabilities. The easiest way to kill this plant is to over-care for it. Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range Small plant measures between 7–12" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage Medium plant measures between 16-17" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage Large plant measures between 22–36" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage Medium plants purchased with a planter will arrive potted in your planter of choice. If you purchase the grow pot option, plants will arrive in a plastic nursery pot. Large plants arrive in a nursery grow pot; planters will ship separately.