Maranta leuconeura
Prayer Plant | Fascinator
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Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (8 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (8 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (8 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
Ceramic Plant Pot (9 cm)
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| Average Plant Height | 20-30 cm |
| Internal Pot Diameter | 8 cm |
| Botanical Names | Maranta leuconeura |
| Other Names | Prayer Plant, Herringbone Plant |
| Pet Friendly | Pet friendly |
| Air Purifying | Air purifying plant | Water Requirements | High water requirements | Light Requirements | Happy in both light & shade |
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Care Instructions
Care Instructions
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Other Names For Prayer Plant | Fascinator Houseplant
Maranta leuconeura, Prayer Plant and Herringbone Plant.
Prayer Plant | Fascinator Care Guide
Prayer Plant | Fascinator Light & Water Requirements
I have High water requirements and I am Happy in both light & shade.
Houseplant Freshness Guarantee
We only deliver the highest quality houseplants & indoor plants. We are so confident in our plants we give them a 14 day freshness guarantee.
Learn More About Prayer Plant Fascinator
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What is the Prayer Plant Fascinator Known For?
The Prayer Plant 'Fascinator', or Maranta leuconeura, is best known for its striking leaf patterns and its unique daily movements, with leaves that fold up in the evening resembling hands in prayer. This fascinating behaviour, coupled with its vibrant green, red, and cream leaves, makes it a captivating addition to any indoor plant collection.
What Is the History of the Prayer Plant Fascinator?
The Prayer Plant draws its historical roots from the tropical rainforests of Brazil, where it grows in the understory. It was named after Bartolomeo Maranta, a 16th-century Italian physician and botanist. The 'Fascinator' variety is a later cultivar, selected for its especially vibrant leaf markings and robust growing habits.
Where Does the Prayer Plant Fascinator Originate?
Native to the Brazilian tropics, the Prayer Plant 'Fascinator' thrives in warm, moist, and shaded environments. Its origin in the dense forest floors has adapted it to flourish in the low-light conditions of many homes and offices.
How Do You Care for a Prayer Plant Fascinator?
Caring for a Prayer Plant 'Fascinator' involves mimicking its natural habitat: it prefers indirect sunlight, high humidity, and consistently moist soil. Avoid water with high fluoride or chlorine content and maintain a regular watering schedule to keep it thriving. A peat-based soil mixture can help replicate the plant's native soil conditions.
Are Prayer Plant Fascinator Toxic to Pets?
Yes, the Prayer Plant 'Fascinator' is pet-friendly. It is one of the safer houseplant options for households with curious pets as it does not pose a risk if ingested.
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