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Maranta ‘Red Prayer’

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Maranta 'Red Prayer' Plant: Nature's Daily Ritual in Motion

The Maranta 'Red Prayer'-also affectionately known as the Prayer Plant or Rabbit's Foot-is a visual and botanical marvel. Unlike most houseplants, this plant actually moves! During the day, its broad leaves stretch open to soak up light, while at night, they gently fold upward in a prayer-like pose. This circadian rhythm makes it feel like you're watching nature in motion-way more fun than watching paint dry.


Stunning Foliage That Shines from Every Angle:

With bold red veins running through velvety olive-green leaves, the Maranta 'Red Prayer' offers a pop of vibrant color and texture. Each leaf presents a slightly different pattern and angle, which enhances its dynamic beauty as it shifts positions throughout the day.

  • Grow Pot Sizes: 4" or 6"

  • Overall Height (Including Pot): 10"-20"

  • Care Level: Easy


Care Tips: Simple & Satisfying:

Taking care of a Maranta is beginner-friendly and rewarding.

  • Light: Prefers bright to medium indirect light. Avoid harsh sunlight.

  • Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy. Touch the soil weekly to ensure it's damp.

  • Pet Friendly: Yes! Safe for pets and kids (though we always suggest keeping all plants out of reach).


Origins & Personality:

  • Botanical Name: Maranta leuconeura 'Tricolor'

  • Native Habitat: Rainforests of Brazil, where it thrives on the forest floor

  • Growth Habit: Spreads low and wide, ideal for trailing

This plant is more than just décor-it's a lively companion. With its rhythmic leaf movements, it acts almost like a natural clock, reminding you of the sun's cycles and helping you stay grounded in your own daily rhythm.


Ideal Placement Ideas

The Maranta 'Red Prayer' looks incredible in places where its movement can be appreciated:

  • Trailing down a bookshelf

  • In a cozy reading nook

  • Near a lightly filtered window in your living room or bedroom


Why You'll Love It?

  • Easy to care for-even beginners will thrive

  • Adds life and motion to your space

  • Safe for curious pets

  • Fast grower with dynamic beauty

If you're looking for a low-maintenance, visually engaging, pet-safe plant that brings personality into your space-this is the one. Whether you're new to houseplants or adding to your indoor jungle, the Maranta 'Red Prayer' is a joy to grow and watch flourish.

Care Instructions

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate low to medium light.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Repotting

Can be done every 12-18 months. Choose a pot that is 2” larger in diameter than the original pot.

Soil

Use a well-draining, high organic matter soil mix.

Temperature

Average from 65°F - 75°F.

Feeding

Follow a monthly fertilizing schedule when the plant is actively growing. In most cases, this is in the spring and summer. Use a balanced fertilizer - this means a ratio of NPK that is all the same. Ex: 10-10-10.

Grooming

Remove damaged / yellowing old leaves at the base of the petiole with a pair of shears.

Care

Remove the flowers that are finished to encourage more vegetative growth.

General Information About Your Plant

Origin

Native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil.

Leaves

The leaves are thin and soft with red veins. This helps them dance freely to the circadian rhythm.

Toxicity

Non-toxic. Always keep your plants away from curious children and pets.

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