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RED/GREEN MARANTA

RED/GREEN MARANTA

Colorful oval leaves that open up during the day and close at night, known as a Prayer Plant. Native to South America Maranta leuconeuraMarantaceae Family Arrives in a 4" nursery pot if purchased on it's own. Visit our Pots Page to view and purchase pot options. *This plant is not considered toxic.

  • LIGHT

    Medium to bright, indirect light

  • WATER

    Water generously but don’t allow soil to get waterlogged. Allow top inch or so of soil to dry out between watering. Normal to high room humidity.

  • TIPS

    • Color becomes more vivid as the plant matures.
    • Exibits nyctinasty: term used to define the movement of the leaves that is associated with changes in light. 
    • Wipe leaves with a damp cloth regularly to remove dust.
    • Sensitive to fluoride. Water with filtered water.
    • If light is too strong, leaves can fade. If light is too dim, plants won’t open entirely during the day.
    • Fertilize only twice per year.
    • Prefers 65-85º

  • TOXICITY

    This plant is not considered to be toxic. However, it is best to keep all plants out of reach of pets and children. 

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