PRAYER PLANT CARE

Caring for a Prayer Plant (Maranta species), known for its striking foliage that folds up at night like praying hands, involves providing the right light, water, temperature, humidity, and occasional maintenance. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you keep your Prayer Plant healthy:

Sunlight

  • Indirect Light: Prayer Plants thrive in bright, indirect light. They can tolerate lower light conditions but may lose some of their vibrant color.
  • Avoid Direct Sunlight: Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves. An east or north-facing window with filtered light is ideal.

Watering

  • Consistent Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
  • Use Room Temperature Water: Use room temperature water to avoid shocking the plant.
  • Avoid Hard Water: Prayer Plants are sensitive to minerals in tap water. Use distilled or filtered water to prevent leaf tip burn.

Humidity

  • High Humidity: Maintain high humidity levels around the plant. You can achieve this by misting the leaves regularly or placing a humidifier nearby.

Temperature

  • Warm Temperatures: Prayer Plants prefer temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night.