Marantha Lancifolia (Calathea / Prayer Plant)
Rs. 499.00
Marantha Lancifolia (Calathea / Prayer Plant)
Marantha Lancifolia (Calathea / Prayer Plant)
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Product Specifications
Product Specifications
- Botanical name: Goeppertia insignis (syn. Calathea lancifolia) - Marantha Lancifolia
- Placement: Indoor
- Care level: Moderate - fussy about humidity, prone to pests if too dry
- Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun
- Temperature: 18-27°C; avoid cold drafts
- Pet safety: Generally considered non-toxic and pet-safe.
Also called the Rattlesnake Plant, grown for its long, wavy-edged leaves patterned with dark blotches. Part of the Prayer Plant family - leaves fold upward at night and reopen during the day.
Instructions
Instructions
- Watering: Keep evenly moist during the growing season; avoid wetting the leaves directly
- Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun
- Soil: Rich, peat-based potting soil with good drainage
- Humidity: High humidity needed - mist regularly or use a humidifier/pebble tray
- Fertilizer: Balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season; roughly monthly in winter
- Repotting: Every 1-2 years in spring; a good time to divide and propagate
- Pruning: Remove dead or dry leaves at the base
Delivery Info
Delivery Info
- Every plant is quality-checked before dispatch and packed with root-ball wrapping and moisture lock for transit.
- Delivery timelines depend on your pin code, courier network and weather conditions — tracking is shared as soon as your order is dispatched.
- Live plants are covered by our 10-Day Plant Protection against transit damage.
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999; Cash on Delivery is available.
- Some remote pin codes may not be serviceable for live plant delivery — this is shown at checkout before you pay.
FAQs
FAQs
Why do the leaves fold up at night?
This is natural 'nyctinasty' behaviour shared by Prayer Plant family members - leaves rise at night and flatten again during the day.
Why are the leaf edges browning?
Usually low humidity or tap water minerals - try filtered water and raise humidity around the plant.
Is it pet safe?
Yes, it's generally considered non-toxic and pet-safe.
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The Foundation of Quality
Using tissue culture, we grow disease-free, superior plants in controlled environments.
Step 02
Nourishing the Roots
We craft a nutrient mix of cocopeat, manure, and perlite for optimal growth.
Step 03
Careful Planting for Growth
Step 03
Careful Planting for Growth
