Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band

Looking for a houseplant that is both striking and easy to care for? Look no further than the Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band! This stunning plant, also known as the prayer plant, is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil and features gorgeous, variegated leaves with a striking silver band that will add a touch of elegance to any room in your home.

Not only is the Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band beautiful, it’s also easy to care for, making it the perfect choice for both novice and experienced plant parents. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers to be kept slightly moist but not overwatered. With a little attention and care, your Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band will thrive and bring beauty to your home for years to come.

In addition to its beauty and ease of care, the Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band also has air-purifying properties, helping to remove harmful toxins from the air in your home. So not only will you enjoy the aesthetic benefits of this plant, but you’ll also be promoting a healthy living environment for yourself and your loved ones.

To style your Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band, pair it with other tropical plants to create a lush, jungle-inspired display. This plant also looks beautiful in a simple, modern pot or paired with natural materials like woven baskets or rattan planters. With its stunning foliage and easy care requirements, the Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band is sure to become a beloved addition to your plant collection.

Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band is a unique and beautiful plant that impresses enthusiasts. This plant, also known as the “prayer plant,” is characterized by its striking foliage and unique ability to fold its leaves at night, resembling praying hands called nyctinasty. During the day, the leaves open up to absorb sunlight and photosynthesize. However, when the sun goes down, the leaves fold up, which is thought to be a protective mechanism to conserve moisture and prevent damage from cooler temperatures and dew.

In the wild, the parent plant of the Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band cultivar typically grows along the ground in the understory of tropical rainforests. It is native to Brazil and other parts of South America, where it can be found growing in damp, shaded areas with high humidity. The plant spreads through a rhizomatous root system, sending out runners that produce new plants. This growth habit allows the plant to form dense mats of foliage that provide ground cover in its natural habitat.

Overall, the Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band is a beautiful and easy-to-care-for plant that can add a unique touch to any indoor space. Its striking foliage and distinct ability to fold its leaves at night make it a popular choice among plant enthusiasts.

Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band care level

These plants are not tricky to manage, so they are recommended if you have just a little experience with houseplants, but you must be confident that you won’t overwater and have access to good light.

Where should I put this plant?

Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band can take low or direct light.

How should I water this plant?

The Maranta plant likes to be watered only when the top 2 inches of soil are dry. During the summer months, you need to water regularly.

Should I feed this houseplant?

Maranta Leuconeura Silver Band can be given a liquid feed monthly during the spring and summer months. Have a look at our vegan, organic plant food!

Is this houseplant suitable if I have pets?

Non toxic 

What size is this plant?

W12 x 30cm 

All our plants are supplied in a plastic nursery pot