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ornamentalFamily: MarantaceaeGenus: Maranta
Cultivar
Maranta Leuconeura Green
Maranta
Prized for its beautifully patterned, velvety green leaves with distinct veining, the Maranta leuconeura creates a lush display in home interiors. As a member of the prayer plant family, it exhibits unique nyctinasty, where its leaves fold together at night like hands in prayer. It thrives in humid, low to moderate light conditions, making it a perfect addition to shaded corners or tabletop collections.
The Maranta Leuconeura Green is a classic prayer plant known for its striking patterned leaves that fold upward at night. This lush tropical foliage plant is an excellent choice for adding a touch of natural beauty to indoor environments.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; tolerates lower light conditions but patterns may fade.
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water when top inch of soil feels dry.
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Mature size
8-12 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide
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Hardiness
11-12 (primarily grown as a houseplant)
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Growth habit
low-growing, spreading clumping perennial
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Growing note
Maintain consistent humidity levels; avoid placing in cold drafts or direct sunlight which can scorch the foliage.
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Climate note
Prefers temperatures between 65-80°F; sensitive to temperatures below 60°F and cold drafts.
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Flower / fruit
May produce small, white, or light purple insignificant flowers under ideal indoor conditions, though primarily grown for foliage.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; tolerates lower light conditions but patterns may fade.
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer at half strength every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
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Pruning
Prune leggy stems to encourage bushier growth and remove any yellow or damaged leaves at the base.
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Care notes
Maintain consistent humidity levels; avoid placing in cold drafts or direct sunlight which can scorch the foliage.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
8-12 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide
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Growth habit
low-growing, spreading clumping perennial
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Spacing
12-15 inches
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
May produce small, white, or light purple insignificant flowers under ideal indoor conditions, though primarily grown for foliage.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
11-12 (primarily grown as a houseplant)
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Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 65-80°F; sensitive to temperatures below 60°F and cold drafts.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water when top inch of soil feels dry.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains some moisture while allowing excess water to escape.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Perfect for indoor containers; ensure pots have drainage holes to prevent root rot.
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Family
Marantaceae
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Foliage Look
Deep emerald to light green leaves with intricate feathered patterns and subtle velvet texture.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are oval with a matte texture; patterns typically consist of dark green spots or streaks flanking the midrib.
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Fruit Flower Look
Small, clusters of tiny whitish blooms that are often tucked beneath the foliage.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are rare and small; do not portray as a flowering ornamental.
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Growth Habit Rules
Should appear as a spreading, mound-like plant, not an upright tree-like structure.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, low-spreading cluster of broad, patterned leaves that create a vibrant indoor focal point.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Spreading habit with long-stalked, ovate leaves featuring bold green variegation and prominent central veining.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure foliage appears flexible and soft, not rigid or waxy.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Maranta need? It prefers bright, indirect light but adapts well to lower light areas. How often should I water my Maranta? Water when the top inch of soil is dry to keep it consistently moist. Why do the leaves fold up at night? This is a natural movement called nyctinasty, typical of the prayer plant family. Does it need high humidity? Yes, it thrives in higher humidity; misting or a pebble tray helps during dry seasons.
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Root Look
Healthy, white to tan fibrous roots visible at the base of the starter plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, peat-based potting mix.
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Starter Stage
Small starter plug with a few juvenile leaves showing early patterns.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Compact rosette of 2-3 young, oval leaves; root system should be firm and well-developed within the plug.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Maranta Leuconeura Green. This is Maranta Leuconeura Green, 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 green space you want to create. These plants are defined by their stunning, patterned oval leaves that showcase beautiful deep green colors and a soft velvet texture. Establish your starter by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with a quality, well-draining mix, then move it to a final indoor container once established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Maranta prayer plant houseplant indoor plant tropical foliage Agardeni starter plant foliage plant green prayer plant container gardening
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Youtube Video Summary
The Maranta Leuconeura Green is a beautiful, low-growing tropical plant famous for its striking leaf patterns. It is an excellent choice for indoor settings where you want to enjoy its unique habit of folding leaves at night.
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Youtube Video Title
Maranta Leuconeura Green Prayer Plant: Care and Growing Guide
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