Maranta 'Leuconeura'

🔥🌿 Maranta leuconeura (ma-RAN-tah loo-koh-NUR-ah) 🌿🔥

Also known as: Prayer Plant, Red-Veined Maranta, Herringbone Plant

A classic favorite, Maranta leuconeura is loved for its oval green leaves patterned with red veins and light green patches that look like they’ve been painted on. True to its name, this plant folds its leaves upward at night like hands in prayer, then relaxes them during the day — a rhythmic display that makes it a lively addition to any space.

💡 Care Tips:

☀️ Light – Bright, indirect light enhances leaf colors. Can adapt to medium light, but colors may fade. Avoid direct sun which can scorch delicate foliage.
💧 Water – Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top ½–1 inch feels dry. Sensitive to salts and chemicals in tap water, so use filtered, distilled, or rainwater when possible.
🌡️ Humidity – Thrives in high humidity (50–60%+). Low humidity can cause leaf edges to brown. Prefers temps of 65–80°F (18–27°C).
🌱 Growth – Compact, clumping habit. Usually reaches 12–18 inches tall and wide indoors. Can be propagated by division or stem cuttings.

📊 Difficulty: Intermediate (sensitive to inconsistent watering and dry air, but rewarding once its needs are met).

🐾 Pet Safety: Non-toxic to cats and dogs. All pets are unique and reactions may vary in symptoms and severity.

🌟 Collector’s Tip:
For bold, colorful foliage, keep humidity steady and rotate the plant regularly for balanced growth. A pebble tray or humidifier goes a long way toward keeping leaves lush and healthy.

Photos do not depict the exact plant you will receive; colors and size will vary. You will receive the healthiest and best-looking plant from your size selection.