Ctenanthe burle-marxii - Fishbone Prayer Plant

SKU: KGC02493

Size: 130 mm
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Sale price$17.00

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  • 140 mm = 14 cm diameter pot
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Description

Ctenanthe burle-marxii, commonly known as the Fishbone Prayer Plant, is a compact, evergreen perennial native to Brazil. It features oblong, pale green leaves adorned with dark green, fishbone-like patterns and striking purple undersides. This plant exhibits nyctinasty, folding its leaves upward at night and unfurling them during the day. In Perth, it thrives indoors in bright, indirect light, making it ideal for pots, hanging baskets, or shaded garden beds. While it may produce small, white flowers intermittently throughout the year, flowering is rare when grown indoors.

For optimal growth, plant in a moist, well-draining potting mix enriched with organic matter. Maintain consistent moisture, allowing the top centimetre of soil to dry out between waterings. Use room-temperature, non-calcareous water to prevent leaf spotting. During the active growing seasons of spring and summer (Djilba to Bunuru), apply a diluted, balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Repot annually in spring (Djilba) to accommodate growth. This plant prefers temperatures above 10°C and high humidity, making it well-suited to Perth's indoor environments.

Botanical Name Ctenanthe burle-marxii
Common Name  Fishbone Prayer Plant
Cultivar
Classification
Shade and Indoor
PBR Name
Origin Brazil
Foliage Evergreen
Height 30 - 60 cm
Width 30 - 50 cm
Light Bright, indirect light
Soil Moist, well-draining soil with organic matter
Water Requirement Moderate; keep soil evenly moist, allow top 1 cm to dry
Lifespan Perennial
Flower Colour White
Flower Time Year-round (intermittent flowering)
Toxicity Non-toxic to humans and pets


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