
Maranta leuconeura, also known as prayer plant, is a species of plant in the family Marantaceae, native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves. More
Featuring striking, striped foliage, an interesting houseplant perfect for rooms without direct sun. As an evergreen plant, the leaves remain on display throughout the year. Fishbone Calathea.
Care
Water: They must be kept in damp soil at all times, but definitely do not allow the plant to sit in water or in very wet soil. Think little and often as a watering policy.
Propagate by separating them.
Light: Calathea need plenty of diffused light however direct sunlight will cause the leaves to fade and lose their markings.
Humidity: They enjoy humidity, brown leaf tips indicate that humidity is too low.
Temperature: 22 and 24 °C (72 and 75 °F)
Toxic to cats & dogs? No
Air purifying? Yes
Fits in pot 6 - 9cm
Comes in nursery growing pot, extra fancy pot can be purchased at checkout.
Pot size 6 cm |
Minimum plant height 15cm |
Note: Plants are living things and may vary slightly in size, shape and colours. The plant you receive may not be exactly the same one as pictured, but we do everything possible to make sure it is representative and that you won't be disappointed. Heights are approximate and included from base of the pot. Pots featured in the pictures aren't included.