Prayer Plant - Goeppertia concinna (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Prayer Plant

Also known as: Calathea Freddie, Calathea

Its striking leaves make prayer Plant a popular garden plant in tropical regions and a houseplant in cooler zones. It produces clusters of brilliant green leaves with darker markings, similar to animal print.

Scientific classification

Species

Prayer Plant (Goeppertia concinna)

Gingers, bananas, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

20 cm to 30 cm

Plant Height

15 cm to 20 cm

Spread

Green, Variegated

Leaf Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Prayer Plant

Care Guide for Prayer Plant

Every week

Water

Full shade

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Potting Mix

Soil Type

Water: Prayer Plant thrives in humid tropical rainforests and prefers evenly moist soil, requiring weekly watering to avoid drought stress. As a houseplant, it flourishes in higher humidity, promoting vibrant foliage. Careful attention to watering during its active growth period is essential for its development.

Pruning: Prayer Plant showcases attractive, patterned leaves, making it a favored houseplant. Prune in early spring and remove yellowing foliage to enhance air circulation and minimize disease. Trim stems above leaf nodes with clean scissors to promote fullness and health throughout its growth cycle.

Propagation: Prayer Plant propagation through division involves separating clumps of rhizomatous roots during repotting. Each section must have roots and a growing point. Handle delicately, and plant in well-draining mix. Keep consistently moist in warm, indirect light for successful establishment.

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