Ctenanthe Burle Marxii Amabilis Never Never Plant Prayer Plant 25 cm

Ctenanthe are related to Maranta, Calathea and Stromanthe. All are known and cherished for their extraordinary decorative foliage and are sometimes called Prayer Plants due to the way the leaves close upwards in a prayer-like fashion in the dark.

The Ctenanthe burle marxii Amabilis has long, oval, grey-green leaves with a stunning fishbone pattern. The Never-Never Plant is also known as Fishbone Prayer Plant and in parts of Europe they are also known as Stromanthe.

Light: Bright, indirect light. Will tolerate some degree of shade; however insufficient light may cause loss of variegation in the leaves. Too much light on the other hand will cause the leaves to fade.

Water: Keep soil moist at all times. Allow the top of the soil to dry out slightly before watering.
Temperature: Normal room temperatures from 16-24°C but can cope with as low as 13°C.

Humidity: High humidity levels are an advantage. Stand on a wet pebble tray to improve humidity and mist frequently.

Feeds: Apply a weak dose of a liquid fertiliser once or twice a month during the growing season.

Care tips: Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to remove accumulated dust. Do not use leaf shine as this will damage the foliage.

Toxicity: safe

Origin: Tropical Brazil.

Plant supplied in nursery pot Ø-12cm x h-11cm (Please note that decorative pot is not included, plant is in nursery plastic pot)