Description
Add a touch of movement and colour to your home with Maranta ‘Intense’—a captivating plant that folds its leaves at night. Maranta Cristata ‘Intense,’ commonly known as the Prayer Plant, features striking green leaves with bold dark red veining. Its unique habit of folding its leaves up at night gives it the nickname “prayer plant,” making it an intriguing addition to any plant collection.
Full Botanical Name: Maranta leuconeura ‘Cristata Intense’
Common Names: Prayer Plant, Maranta Intense
Country and/or Region of Origin: Native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil.
Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Grows in the shaded understory of tropical forests, thriving in high humidity and filtered light.
Care Information:
Light: Prefers low to medium indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Ideal Room: Well-suited for rooms with high humidity such as bathrooms or kitchens.
Feeding: Feed every 4-6 weeks with a diluted liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Humidity: Requires high humidity; mist regularly or use a humidifier.
Ideal Temperature: 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C).
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic to pets and children.
Soil Type: Well-draining, rich potting mix with added peat or coco coir.
Propagation: Easily propagated by division or stem cuttings.
Eventual Height and Spread: Grows up to 1-2 feet tall and wide.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Pests and Treatment: Prone to spider mites and aphids; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap.
Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years to refresh soil.
Pruning: Remove old or yellowing leaves to maintain plant health.
Folk Law: Known as the prayer plant due to its leaves folding up at night, symbolizing spiritual protection and balance.
Air Purification: Effective at improving indoor air quality by filtering out toxins.
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