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houseplantPrayer plant (Maranta leuconeura) is a popular tropical houseplant known for its distinctive patterned foliage with dark blotches and red veins on green leaves. The plant is named for its unique behavior of raising its leaves at night in a prayer-like position, a phenomenon called nyctinasty.
Well-draining potting soil with organic matter; prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil
Thrives in the same partial sun, moderate water conditions as Prayer Plant
