Maranta Red 6”
6” Pot
Indoor tropical plants add an exotic and lush feel to the home. Red-veined prayer plants (Maranta leuconeura “Erythroneura”) also have another neat attribute; leaves that move!
A tropical plant native to Brazil, the red prayer plant is a popular and attractive houseplant. Its scientific name is Marantha which means red veins in Latin. The red veins are in a herringbone pattern, giving rise to another of the plant’s names, – herringbone plant.
It grows 12-15 inches (30-38 cm.) tall. The beautiful foliage is broadly oval and features 5-inch (13 cm.) long olive-green leaves with prominent red midribs and veining in a herringbone design. The center of the leaf is a lighter green and the undersides are even lighter still.
The best thing about the plant is its ability to “pray.” This is called a nastic movement and is the plant’s response to light. During the day the leaves are flat, but at night they move upward as if praying to the heavens. This also allows the plant to conserve moisture at night.
The Prayer plant can thrive in low-light all the way up to bright, indirect light. Keep out of direct sunlight which can quickly burn and damage the leaves. If your plant is beginning to fade in color this may be a sign that it’s receiving a little too much light. Remember to keep soil slightly moist at all times.
These plants will naturally go dormant during the winter months so growth will slow down. Keep the leaves of this plant clean by using a dry cloth to wipe away dust.
Pet friendly
6” Pot
Indoor tropical plants add an exotic and lush feel to the home. Red-veined prayer plants (Maranta leuconeura “Erythroneura”) also have another neat attribute; leaves that move!
A tropical plant native to Brazil, the red prayer plant is a popular and attractive houseplant. Its scientific name is Marantha which means red veins in Latin. The red veins are in a herringbone pattern, giving rise to another of the plant’s names, – herringbone plant.
It grows 12-15 inches (30-38 cm.) tall. The beautiful foliage is broadly oval and features 5-inch (13 cm.) long olive-green leaves with prominent red midribs and veining in a herringbone design. The center of the leaf is a lighter green and the undersides are even lighter still.
The best thing about the plant is its ability to “pray.” This is called a nastic movement and is the plant’s response to light. During the day the leaves are flat, but at night they move upward as if praying to the heavens. This also allows the plant to conserve moisture at night.
The Prayer plant can thrive in low-light all the way up to bright, indirect light. Keep out of direct sunlight which can quickly burn and damage the leaves. If your plant is beginning to fade in color this may be a sign that it’s receiving a little too much light. Remember to keep soil slightly moist at all times.
These plants will naturally go dormant during the winter months so growth will slow down. Keep the leaves of this plant clean by using a dry cloth to wipe away dust.
Pet friendly
6” Pot
Indoor tropical plants add an exotic and lush feel to the home. Red-veined prayer plants (Maranta leuconeura “Erythroneura”) also have another neat attribute; leaves that move!
A tropical plant native to Brazil, the red prayer plant is a popular and attractive houseplant. Its scientific name is Marantha which means red veins in Latin. The red veins are in a herringbone pattern, giving rise to another of the plant’s names, – herringbone plant.
It grows 12-15 inches (30-38 cm.) tall. The beautiful foliage is broadly oval and features 5-inch (13 cm.) long olive-green leaves with prominent red midribs and veining in a herringbone design. The center of the leaf is a lighter green and the undersides are even lighter still.
The best thing about the plant is its ability to “pray.” This is called a nastic movement and is the plant’s response to light. During the day the leaves are flat, but at night they move upward as if praying to the heavens. This also allows the plant to conserve moisture at night.
The Prayer plant can thrive in low-light all the way up to bright, indirect light. Keep out of direct sunlight which can quickly burn and damage the leaves. If your plant is beginning to fade in color this may be a sign that it’s receiving a little too much light. Remember to keep soil slightly moist at all times.
These plants will naturally go dormant during the winter months so growth will slow down. Keep the leaves of this plant clean by using a dry cloth to wipe away dust.
Pet friendly