Maranta
(Prayer plant) Kerchoveana Variegated
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Diameter
12cm
Height
±25cm
Loves
Partly shady
Care level
Easy
Benefits
Air cleaner
Pet friendly
Non-toxic
The Maranta Kerchoveana is part of the Marantaceae family. The plant is also known as a prayer plant, because it folds its leaves upwards in the evening, and then slowly unfolds them again at sunrise. The Kerchoveana has a beautiful leaf pattern, with brown spots that turn dark green over time. The Maranta is used to a fairly dark environment with high humidity. What makes this plant different from, for example, the Ctenanthes and Calatheas, is that it is also used to climbing, or to cascade down as a hanging plant. All in all a nice addition to the family for the Marantaceae fans!
With the right care tips, this tropical houseplant will stay a happy and grateful roommate. The Maranta Kerchoveana does not like direct sunlight, so feel free to give her the honour of brightening up a slightly darker corner of your room. Due to its tropical origin, it will not survive well in low humidity. The Maranta Kerchoveana needs a little lukewarm water 2 to 3 times a week, because it is important that the potting soil stays slightly moist. It is best to give small amounts several times to prevent a layer from remaining at the bottom of the pot, as this can cause root rot. She also loves to be sprayed once a week! By spraying the leaves you ensure a higher humidity around the plant. This will benefit overall health and development. If the leaves hang or curl, this is a sign of a lack of water. In this case it is best to water the plant a little more/more often.
Weronika Lenska
May 28, 2025
Absolutely in love, it came in great condition and grows super fast and with amazing variegations. It even bloomed with a small flower recently. Likes lots of light and constant moisture, I water 3 times a week in small amounts.
Vera Quak
September 16, 2024
Oh, how I love this plant. I think it is so cute and happy with its light green foliage with darker spots. I got it on sale and received a great midsized plant that, once I had it potted the day it arrived, gave a flower the next day. Little white flowers, very cute. I hope it will thrive well, it is my first Maranta. As always, spot on service & delivery by PLNTS, thank you!
Shannon Lewis
May 05, 2024
Nice healthy plant, I love how easy to propagate they are
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Everything about Maranta
Maranta is a genus of flowering plants in the Marantaceae family. It's found in Central and South American tropical regions and the West Indies. There are around 40 different species of Maranta known today.
The common name Prayer Plant or Praying Plant refers to members of the Maranta genus, which includes several species of plants with strikingly patterned leaves that fold up at night, as if in prayer. The closely related Calathea genus also includes plants that are sometimes called Prayer Plants because they show similar leaf movements.
