Prayer Plant
Maranta leuconeura
Also known as: Maranta
A complete guide to growing and propagating Prayer Plant: its care needs, how to take cuttings and root them, how long propagation takes, and how to fix the most common problems.
Prayer Plant care at a glance
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How to propagate Prayer Plant
Stem cuttings / division
- Cut a stem just below a node with a leaf or two.
- Root the node in water or moist soil under high humidity.
- Or divide the clump at the roots when repotting.
Common Prayer Plant problems & fixes
Crispy brown edges
Low humidity or tap-water chemicals. Use filtered water and raise humidity.
Leaves not moving / staying flat
Light imbalance or stress. Give steady medium indirect light.
Faded color
Too much light. Move to a shadier indirect spot.
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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.