Ctenanthe burle-marxii aka Fishbone Prayer Plant

Fishbone Prayer Plant requires a bit more attention and knowledge to thrive, making it a suitable plant for those with some gardening experience.

Fishbone Prayer Plant should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Fishbone Prayer Plant loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Fishbone Prayer Plant prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Fishbone Prayer Plant is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

The Fishbone Prayer Plant does not necessitate supplementary humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their roots, rather than their leaves. Hence, the most effective way to supply humidity to your plants is by watering the soil.

The Fishbone Prayer Plant should be transferred to a new pot once it has increased in size two-fold, or on an annual basis, whichever occurs earlier. Replacing the soil with fresh potting soil containing all the necessary nutrients, is sufficient enough to support the growth of the plant, thus avoiding the need to use fertilizer. It's important to note that plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

New growth will sprout from the top of the plant as it grows upwards.

Fishbone Prayer Plant’s native range is Central and South America.

If you provide your Fishbone Prayer Plant with adequate amounts of sunlight and water, it will bloom.