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Cultivar
Maranta lemon
Prized for its striking foliage, the Lemon Lime Maranta features velvety, oval-shaped leaves with distinct, bright neon-green veins that create a brilliant contrast. As a compact tropical plant, it is perfectly suited for tabletop displays or hanging baskets in indoor environments where it can enjoy stable temperatures and indirect light. Its leaves display a unique movement, folding upward at night and opening during the day, adding a dynamic quality to any indoor collection.
The Lemon Lime Maranta is a stunning tropical foliage plant known for its vibrant, lime-green veining against deep emerald leaves. It is a popular choice for indoor spaces, offering a lush and colorful appearance.
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Plant Profile
Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
Sun
Bright, indirect light is ideal; avoid direct sun which can scorch the delicate foliage.
Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Mature size
8-12 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide
Hardiness
11-12 (primarily grown as a houseplant)
Growth habit
Clumping, spreading
Plant type
tropical foliage plant
Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
Good to know
Avoid cold drafts and maintain consistent humidity to prevent leaf-edge browning; this plant performs best in stable indoor environments.
Thrives in temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; sensitive to temperatures below 60°F.
Rarely flowers indoors; grown primarily for its decorative, high-contrast foliage.
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
Sun / light
Bright, indirect light is ideal; avoid direct sun which can scorch the delicate foliage.
Growth rate
Moderate
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half-strength during the growing season; withhold fertilizer during winter.
Pruning
Trim back any yellowing or damaged leaves at the base to keep the plant looking tidy and encourage new growth.
Care notes
Avoid cold drafts and maintain consistent humidity to prevent leaf-edge browning; this plant performs best in stable indoor environments.
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
Mature size
8-12 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide
Growth habit
Clumping, spreading
Spacing
12-15 inches
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers indoors; grown primarily for its decorative, high-contrast foliage.
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
Hardiness zones
11-12 (primarily grown as a houseplant)
Temperature
Thrives in temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; sensitive to temperatures below 60°F.
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains some moisture while allowing for excellent aeration.
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
Container Growing
Excellent for container growing; thrives in pots with drainage holes, particularly those that help maintain soil moisture.
Family
Marantaceae
Foliage Look
Lush, velvety dark green leaves with distinct neon-lime veins
Foliage Rules
Leaves are broad and oval with a velvety texture; veins must be bright, vivid lime-green contrasting with deep, matte dark green leaf surfaces.
Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable
Fruit Flower Rules
Do not include flowers on imagery of starter plants; flowers are insignificant and rare.
Growth Habit Rules
Maintain a compact, low-spreading, and clumping form; avoid depictions of vining, woody, or tall upright growth.
Mature Plant Look
A lush, dense, low-growing clump of variegated foliage
Mature Stage Morphology
Clumping habit with a rosette of patterned, oval-shaped leaves that can move in response to light cycle (nyctinasty).
Morphology Rules
Ensure the foliage pattern is consistent with the 'Lemon Lime' cultivar specifically; focus on the bold vein coloration.
Plant Faqs
How much light does a Lemon Lime Maranta need? It prefers bright, indirect light to keep its leaf colors vibrant. Is the Lemon Lime Maranta toxic to pets? Yes, it is generally considered non-toxic, but ingestion should still be avoided. Why are the leaf edges turning brown? This is often a sign of low humidity or inconsistent watering, which are common in indoor settings. How often should I repot my Maranta? Every 1 to 2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound in its container.
Root Look
Healthy white, fine, fibrous root ball
Soil Look
Loose, dark, peat-rich potting soil
Starter Stage
Small, compact rooted plug with several oval leaves displaying early signs of the signature vein patterns.
Starter Stage Morphology
Compact, soft, succulent-like stems with foliage unfolding in pairs; healthy, white fibrous root system.
Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Lemon Lime Maranta. This is Lemon Lime Maranta, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant tropical foliage become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the lush indoor garden you want to create. The defining feature of this plant is its striking, velvety foliage marked by brilliant, neon-lime veins that stand out against deep emerald green leaves. Establish your starter plug in a four-inch pot with a quality, well-draining potting mix, and later move it to a final decorative container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the beauty of the Lemon Lime Maranta, an ideal tropical houseplant for adding lush color to your home. Learn how its unique foliage and simple care needs make it a perfect choice for your indoor collection.
Youtube Video Title
Growing the Vibrant Lemon Lime Maranta Tropical Houseplant
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