| Common Name | Variegated Arrowroot |
| Family | Marantaceae |
| Genus | Maranta |
| Species | Arundinacea |
| Variety | variegata |
| Origin | Central America and Caribbean |
| Blooming | Rarely flowers indoors, small white or purple bracts in summer |
| Leaf Color | Green with cream/white variegation |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Acidic peat-based mix with perlite for drainage and aeration
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; high humidity essential, mist regularly or use pebble tray
Bright indirect light required due to variegation; avoid direct sun to prevent scorching of leaves
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during active growth (Spring-Summer)
Remove damaged leaves at the base to maintain shape and encourage new growth
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