Prayer Plant Houseplant

Prayer Plant, Calathea insignis

Size: 1 foot

Light Exposure: Low to bright indirect

Soil: moisture retaining peat based Miracle Gro Moisture Control Potting Mix

Watering: water just before the soil dries

Feeding: every 2 to 3 months Miracle Gro Indoor Plant Food

Ideal Temperature: 65° to 80°F

Safe for pets: safe for cats and dogs

Prayer Plant gets its name from its leaves that fold up at night like praying hands. This slow growing plant stays a manageable size. This plants variegated leaves are beautiful and safe if your pet decides to eat them. This plant requires humidity therefore it would do well in a bathroom, otherwise fill its plant saucer with pebbles and water and set it on it.