Maranta leuconeura Red Stripe
£12.00
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notes
The stunning oval leaves of this prayer plant with touches of striking red and green veins, look feather-like in their appearance and wildly jungle-like in colour. Maranta’s are clumping plants, an aggregate of several shoots growing in a bunch from a common base. They are commonly known as prayer plants, due to their impressive habit of raising and folding its leaves inwards at night.
Dimensions
(approx.): H: 30cm (12in) x 40cm (1ft 4in)
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Features
notes
The stunning oval leaves of this prayer plant with touches of striking red and green veins, look feather-like in their appearance and wildly jungle-like in colour. Maranta’s are clumping plants, an aggregate of several shoots growing in a bunch from a common base. They are commonly known as prayer plants, due to their impressive habit of raising and folding its leaves inwards at night.
Insights
Native to Costa Rica and Nicaraqua, Maranta’s sprawl along the forest floor, and therefore love a warm, humid environment. With this in mind, it is recommended that you increase humidity by either using pebble trays underneath your pots, grouping plants close together, or using a humidifier.
Details
- Pot size: 12cm (5in)
- Height and Spread: Up to H: 3ft x W: 1ft
- Soil: Well-draining potting compost
- Position: Bright, indirect light
- Non-toxic
- Please note, the pot cover featured is not included.
Plant Care
West or East facing window sills are ideal for your Maranta, or even a spot a short distance from a very sunny window. Each time you water (ensuring you check how damp the soil is first), rotate your plant to help it to grow evenly. This particular plant is notably sensitive to hard water, so filtered water is recommended to ensure optimum health and growth.
Glossary
Maranta leuconeura Red Stripe
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