Indoor Specialist
Humidity Lover
Pet Safe
Evergreen Structure
Indoor Specialist
Humidity Lover
Pet Safe
Evergreen Structure
Maranta Fascinator Prayer Plant in a 12cm Pot
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Maranta Leuconeura Prayer Plant
Introduce the captivating Maranta Leuconeura, commonly known as the Prayer Plant, to your indoor collection. This distinctive tropical plant earns its name from the fascinating daily movement of its leaves, which lie flat during the day and fold upwards like praying hands at night.
The Prayer Plant, supplied in a 12cm pot, is a slow-growing beauty that can eventually reach around a foot in height indoors. Its unique leaf patterns and intriguing nocturnal movements make it a wonderful addition to any room, bringing a touch of the exotic indoors.
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Botanical Name | Maranta leuconeura |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Prayer Plant |
| Pot Size | 12cm |
| Foliage Colour | Deep green with yellow midrib markings and red veins |
| Leaf Movement | Nyctinastic movement (leaves fold at night) |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy |
KEY FEATURES:
- Attractive tricolour foliage with red veins and yellow splotches
- Known for its unique folding leaves at night
- Perfect for adding a tropical touch to your home decor
- A slow-growing, manageable size ideal for indoor spaces
- Pet-friendly and safe for households with animals
GROWING TIP:
To keep your Maranta Leuconeura Prayer Plant happy, ensure it is placed in a spot with bright, indirect light, and keep the soil consistently moist, not soggy. Misting the leaves regularly or placing the plant on a humidity tray will also help it flourish.
PERFECT FOR:
The Maranta Leuconeura Prayer Plant is perfect for adding vibrant colour and texture to any room. Its unique leaf movement makes it a fascinating plant for any plant enthusiast, and it's ideal for brightening up any corner of your home or office. A great gift for plant lovers or anyone looking to bring nature indoors.
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- Choose your date (Mon–Fri): £4.95, perfect for birthdays and anniversaries.
- Weekend delivery (Sat or Sun): £6.95.
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We deliver across mainland UK, but can't deliver abroad or to PO boxes.
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Every plant comes with a simple care guide to help it settle into its new home, and there's a QR code in your parcel that takes you straight to it.
When your plant arrives: unpack it as soon as you can, give it a little water if the soil feels dry, and find it a spot with the right light.
Need advice? Our team is happy to help on 01483 363173 or sales@plantsbypost.co.uk.
If it's not right, we'll put it right.
- 30-day plant health guarantee: let us know within 30 days if you're not happy with your plant.
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- Packed by hand and shipped from our UK nursery.
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