Maranta Lemon Lime
Maranta leuconeura 'Lemon Lime'
Also known as: Lemon Lime Prayer Plant
A complete guide to growing and propagating Maranta Lemon Lime: its care needs, how to take cuttings and root them, how long propagation takes, and how to fix the most common problems.
Maranta Lemon Lime care at a glance
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How to propagate Maranta Lemon Lime
Water (stem cuttings)
- Cut a stem just below a node, keeping a couple of leaves.
- Place the node below the waterline in a jar of filtered water.
- Keep warm in bright, indirect light and change water weekly.
- Pot into peaty mix once roots are 1-2 inches long.
Division
- Unpot and separate the plant into clumps that each have roots and stems.
- Pull the clumps apart gently by hand.
- Pot each into moist, peaty mix.
- Keep humid and warm while it re-establishes.
Common Maranta Lemon Lime problems & fixes
Yellow leaves
Usually overwatering. Let the soil dry more between waterings and confirm the pot drains well.
Brown, crispy leaf tips
Low humidity or salt buildup. Raise humidity and flush the soil with plain water occasionally.
Leggy growth / small new leaves
Too little light. Move to brighter indirect light and prune to encourage fuller growth.
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Log when you took each cutting, set rooting reminders, and watch your propagation timeline â free on iPhone.
Toxicity notes are a general guide based on ASPCA-style classifications â if a pet ingests any houseplant, contact your vet. Care needs vary with your home's conditions.