Fishbone Prayer Plant (Ctenanthe burle-marxii)
Fishbone Prayer Plant (Ctenanthe burle-marxii)
Ctenanthe burle-marxii is a small houseplant that makes for the perfect tabletop of shelf plant. With it's unique foliage markings - its bright green leaves are covered with striped bands as well as deep purple on the undersides and stems.
*As plants are natural products, form, pattern and colour will vary slightly.
Plant pairings
Other bright light plants>
Pot size guide (mm)
This is a general guide of the size we offer:
Size 1 70mm - 100mm pot
Size 2 110mm-130mm pot
Size 3 140mm - 180mm pot
Size 4 200mm pot
Size 5 250mm pot
Size 6 300mm pot
Size 7 350mm pot
Size 8 400mm pot
Skill level
Easy
Alternative names
Fishbone Prayer Plant
Care
LIGHT
Prefers bright indirect light.
WATER
Keep moist over the warmer months but not soggy or waterlogged. Reduce watering in the cooler months and check on soil frequently.
NUTRIENTS
Feed with slow-release fertiliser once every six months (refers to packaging for dosage). In the warmer months, feed fortnightly with a liquid fertiliser.
IDEAL TEMPERATURE
Warm.