9 reasons why every home should have a Snake plant in the balcony or indoors

May 3, 2025 Aakanksha Sharma

Why is the Snake plant a must have

Whether you live in a big house or a small apartment, having plants around adds a sense of life and beauty to the space. And when it comes to indoor plants, there are so many reasons to have a Snake plant at home, and here we list 9 of them. canva

Its air-purifying qualities

One of the biggest reasons people love the Snake Plant is for its air-purifying qualities. According to NASA’s Clean Air Study, Snake plants can remove harmful toxins like formaldehyde, benzene, xylene, and toluene from the air. canva

It looks aesthetically pleasing

With its long, upright, sword-shaped leaves and green-white patterns, the snake plant gives an aesthetic and distinct look indoors. It fits beautifully in modern, minimalistic spaces, and from the bedroom to the balcony, looks great all across. canva

Is low-maintenance in nature

If you forget to water your plants or travel often, this plant is your best friend. Snake plants are extremely tolerant of neglect, and you only need to water them once every 10–14 days in worst-case scenarios. canva

Can grow without soil

Snake plants are one of the few indoor plants that grow without soil, just in water. Many people keep them in beautiful glass jars filled with clean water, and they still grow and thrive. canva

Relevant across rooms

Be it the living room, bathroom, balcony, or bedroom, the snake plant blends in anywhere you keep it. It doesn’t take up much space, and because it grows upright, it will fit into small corners as well. canva

Does not need regular repotting

Some plants grow wildly and need to be repotted every few months to make room for their roots. But this is not the case with the Snake plant. It grows slowly, has contained roots, and does not need to be repotted often. canva

Symbol of good luck

In many cultures, especially in Feng Shui and Vastu, the snake plant is believed to be a symbol of protection, good luck, and strong energy. canva

Watching it grow

When you bring a small Snake plant home, and you watch it grow into little ‘pups’, or when you propagate it further, there is a sense of satisfaction in watching it grow and seeing new leaves emerge. canva

Makes an amazing gift

If you have a fellow gardener friend who is unsure about bringing a new plant home, a cutting of a Snake plant could be a small, but amazing gift for them. Just cut a lead into a ‘V’ from the bottom, put it into water, and look at the roots emerge. canva

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