How to Trim Dead Foliage from a Snake Plant

The snake plant, also called "mother-in-law's tongue" is a common house plant. It has leathery, sword-shaped leaves that may have either yellow or white edging. The snake plant requires little care and can be grown in almost any environment. This makes it one of the most common houseplant. The foliage can sometimes become dead and will need to be removed. This will keep your plant looking lively at all times. Trimming the dead foliage from your snake plants requires a few basic steps.

Things You'll Need

• Pruning shear

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Look at your snake plant for visible signs of dead foliage. Dead foliage is usually identified by a discolored look. The leaves will eventually starts to separate from the snake plant.

   • 2

     Hold the tip of the dead foliage your fingers. Depending on the condition of the foliage, it may automatically separate from the plant.

   • 3

     Trim the dead foliage from the snake plant using a pruning shear. Start trimming the foliage from the base of the plant. Continue until you have neatly trimmed all the dead foliage from the plant.