Velvety leaves patterned with herringbone veins that fold up like praying hands at night. A charming, pet-safe trailer that loves warmth and humidity.
At a glance
- Plant type: Indoor plant
- Mature size: 30 cm tall
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions
- Water: consistently moist soil
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Prayer Plant
Maranta leuconeura is an moderate-growing indoor plant in the Marantaceae family. It reaches around 30 cm tall at maturity, with evergreen, variegated and purple-toned foliage.
Where to grow Prayer Plant
Prayer Plant suits tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and shade and low-light positions. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit Prayer Plant provided drainage is reasonable. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Prayer Plant is consistently moist soil. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Prayer Plant in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Prayer Plant in the garden
Prayer Plant earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and hanging baskets. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Prayer Plant with other plants that enjoy the same consistently moist soil and tropical climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Prayer Plant
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