Maranta leuconeura aka Prayerplant

With a bit of knowledge and dedication, you can successfully care for Prayerplant, making it a rewarding choice for those seeking a moderate challenge.

Prayerplant should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Prayerplant 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 Prayerplant prefers bright indirect 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.

During the wintertime, it is common for Prayerplant plants to go dormant and their growth rate may slow down. Therefore, the amount of waterings should be spaced out more.

Prayerplant is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.

The Prayerplant does not need extra humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their root system, making soil watering the best way to provide humidity to your plants.

The Prayerplant should be repotted when it has doubled in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing fresh potting soil with all the essential nutrients each year ensures the plant's well-being, eliminating the need for fertilizer. Remember, plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

Prayerplant’s native range is Central, South America and the Caribbean.

Yes, if you provide it with the correct amount of sunlight and water, you can witness your Prayerplant blooming.