Available in various leaf patterns and colorations, Prayer Plant is so named for its habit of folding its leaves closed each night. This spreading rhizomatous perennial forms attractive low-growing clumps, suitable for groundcover or container use. It grows nicely indoors as a house plant and is often used as a ground cover in shopping malls.

Scientific name: Maranta leuconeura
Pronunciation: muh-RAN-tuh loo-koe-NOOR-ruh
Common name(s): Prayer Plant, Rabbit Tracks

Fact sheet: Prayer Plant

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