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Sansevieria erythraeae (Pencil Sansevieria) is a stemless rhizomatous succulent, growing in patches. It is similar to Sansevieria cylindrica, but with leaves more numerous, significantly longer, round and upright, like a pencil. The leaves are dark green, smooth, has no cross-banding but does have some longitudinal lines that are raised. Delicately scented flowers in a tight panicles are produced in spring and early summer, and it is said that this plant is sometimes grown for its ability to purify the air with the scent of its flowers. The synonym, Sansevieria schweinfurthii, is often used for this plant in cultivation. It differs from the related species, Sansevieria fischeri, in having 6–8 leaves. In contrast, S. fischeri has solitary leaves.