4 Tips for Encouraging Prayer Plants to Grow Faster
One of the great things about Prayer Plants (Maranta leuconeura) is the excitement of seeing a new leaf unfurl. When a Prayer Plant has its needs met, it can grow…
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Prayer Plants and Pests: What’s Eating Your Maranta
Houseplant owners gravitate toward Prayer Plants because of their beautiful and unique appearance, despite their reputation as high-maintenance and being picky about their care. Along with their well-known sensitivity to…
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When, Why, and How Do Prayer Plants Move and “Pray”?
Maranta leuconeura gets its common name, Prayer Plant, from the way its leaves move in the evening. Depending on the time of day, you may see the leaves horizontal and…
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5 Reasons Why Your Prayer Plant May Not Be Praying
One of the most appealing aspects of Maranta leuconeura, aka Prayer Plant, is how its leaves move and “dance” as light changes throughout the day. Unlike some plants that seem…
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Can a Prayer Plant Live and Grow In Water? Yes and No
Prayer Plants, scientifically known as Maranta leuconeura, are tropical plants native to Brazil. They enjoy warm, humid environments with just enough sunlight. Because they enjoy humidity, you might be wondering…
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Why Prayer Plants Grow Sideways and Fall Over and What To Do About It
Prayer Plant, aka Maranta Leuconeura, attracts many people with its intricately patterned leaves and charming habit of noticeably changing position throughout the day in reaction to sunlight. Once you have…
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How to Cut Back a Prayer Plant That is Growing Too Quickly
Prayer Plants, also known as Maranta leuconeura, are quick-growing tropical plants native to Brazil. Because of their ability to quickly grow new leaves, they can become overwhelming if not properly…
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What To Do When Your Prayer Plant Loses Its Bright Color and Turns Pale
Maranta leuconeura, aka Prayer Plant, is an attractive tropical plant that has distinctive patterned leaves. Although it can produce flowers, the real appeal of the Prayer Plant is in its…
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Everything You Need to Know About Your Prayer Plant’s Blooms
The Maranta leuconeura, known commonly as the Prayer Plant, is a vividly colored tropical plant native to South America. These beautiful little plants are well loved for their decorative leaves,…
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Can You Hang or Vine a Prayer Plant? Tips for Displaying Your Maranta
Prayer Plants, known scientifically as Maranta leuconeura, are low-growing tropical plants native to South America. In their natural habitats, they grow near to the ground and form clumps of greenery.…
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