Prayer Plant (Maranta Leuconeura) is a perennial herb in the Marantaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and filtered_light or partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Maranta leuconeura, commonly known as the Prayer Plant, is a tropical perennial celebrated for its striking, patterned leaves that fold upright at night, resembling praying hands.

Prayer Plant

Prayer Plant

Maranta Leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, commonly known as the Prayer Plant, is a tropical perennial celebrated for its striking, patterned leaves that fold upright at night, resembling praying hands.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
filtered_light, Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
10-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, groundcover (in tropical climates)

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prayer Plant

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Marantaceae
Genus:Maranta