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This tropical plant with decorative, colorful foliage closes its leaves at night and is therefore also called the ‘prayer’ or ‘living’ plant.
This tropical plant with decorative, colorful foliage closes its leaves at night and is therefore also called the ‘prayer’ or ‘living’ plant.
Botanical name: Maranta leuconeura 'Kerchoveanai'
Plant name: prayer plant
Dimensions*
- Diameter pot: 12 cm
- Height plant: 25 cm
Care instructions
- Light: This plant thrives in medium to low indirect light. They tolerate shade. Avoid direct sunlight.
- Watering: Keep the soil constantly & evenly moist, but make sure it isn't soggy. Soggy soil might cause roots to rot. When in doubt, let the top 1-2 cm of the soil dry out before watering again.
- Min. temperature: 17 °C (14 °C at night). Marantas prefer a warm environment.
- Humidity: This plant requires high humidity, so spray regularly and don't put it close to a heater.
Shipping info
- Plants & bigger pots can only be delivered in Brussels or collected in-store. See shipping details.
- Small pottery, accessories, books, etc. can be shipped by bpost in Europe. See shipping details.
Plants & pots are sold separately.
The actual plant may vary in shape or appearance from the one shown in the picture.
*When looking for a pot, always add at least 2 cm to the size of the plastic plant pot.