Mother-in-Law Tongue/Snake Plant help?

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My mother has had her snake plant for approximately 25 years without problems.  Recently, she re-potted it and gave me a section.  First problem presented as a result of a 4 hour ride home with the plant in my back seat....I think she got a little sunburned as the leaves were dropping over.  So I trimmed them back and it seemed to be doing better.  Now, the areas that were trimmed seem to have new growth around the edges of the leaves (at the top) which are green but frail and wrinkled.  I have made sure not to be over watering or under watering but do not know what else I can do to save this poor plant.  Suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

slammamama · Accepted Answer

just take the pieces you have and stick them in a glass of water. They'll root like crazy in no time flat, then you can pot them. It takes a LOT to kill one of these things, so don't worry about too little water once it's planted. Too much will come nearer killing it than neglect.

Anonymous · Answer

Keep your plant on the dry side. The growth on old damaged leaves are pups. Leave them for now and when they are large enough you can transplant them.

See source for more information about growing sansevierias (snakeplants).

Tom K · Answer

Be patient.  It should be fine with minimum care.  In fact, minimum care is often preferable to too much.  Remember that there's a reason they call it "Mother-In-Law Tongue"....it's almost impossible to stop.

Anonymous · Answer

Stay calm. It will take a while for your plant to acclimate. A north facing window would be good for it. Be sure not to water to much.

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