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| Family | Marantaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 11 RHS: FT EGF: G2 Australia: 5
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Spread | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Light | partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | |
| | Description | The herbaceous perennial Maranta leuconeura (prayer plant) bears showy blossoms. The foliage is showy and evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Ground cover. | | Cautions | Where conditions are favourable, Maranta leuconeura (prayer plant) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. | | |
