Maranta Green Prayer Houseplant

The Maranta Green Prayer Plant is a popular and eye-catching houseplant, well-known for its unique foliage and fascinating movement. The leaves are oval-shaped and strikingly patterned with dark green veins against a lighter green background. One of the most intriguing features of the Prayer Plant is its nyctinastic movements: its leaves lie flat during the day and fold upward at night, resembling hands in prayer. This plant is ideal for adding a lush, tropical feel to indoor spaces.

Caring for the Maranta Green Prayer Plant requires attention to a few key aspects. Brown leaf tips or edges can indicate low humidity or irregular watering. Yellowing leaves might be a sign of overwatering or poor drainage. Insufficient light can cause the plant to become leggy, with reduced leaf pattern vibrancy, but too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves. This plant prefers high humidity, so regular misting or a humidifier can help, especially in drier climates. It's also important to keep an eye out for pests like spider mites.