Maranta leuconeura

Prayer Plant

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Tropical perennial foliage plant prized for vibrant patterned leaves that fold upward at night (nyctinasty). Sensitive to tap water and requires high humidity.
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Plant Details

Common Name Prayer Plant
Family Marantaceae
Genus Maranta
Species Leuconeura
Origin Brazil
Blooming Rare indoors, small white or purple flowers appear in summer under ideal conditions
Leaf Color Dark green with red veins and dark spots
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based mix with perlite or orchid bark for aeration and drainage

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Use distilled or rainwater to prevent leaf tip burn from chloride.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only; direct sun scorches foliage quickly

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring-summer)

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Pruning

Trim dead or damaged leaves at the base; remove flowers if they appear to conserve energy

Pest Control Mealybug Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 81°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
50% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
30 – 150
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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