Sansevieria or mother in laws tongue complete in Potz containerPlant information This plant has so many names, probably the most recognised is the Mother in Laws tongue, but it is also called snake tongue, devils tongue, snake plant, bow string hemp, jinns tongue. Seems like a tongue theme here. The plant is native to Africa, Madagascar and the Southern part of Asia. As this plant grows upright and does not spread out ideal for tight spaces. Plant requirements. Water sparingly if over watered the leaves rot. If