Ctenanthe are native to tropical Brazil and are part of the Marantaceae family. Ctenanthe setosa 'Compact Star' have lance shaped leaves, pale grey-green in colour with green lines and grey-purple undersides. These plants are often called 'Prayer Plants' meaning their leaves are erect at night and flat in the day.
Pot: 12cm
Height: Approximately 40cm from base of pot
Secrets to success
Temperature: Ideally 16-24°C, keep out of draughts.
Light: Ctenanthe prefer lower to medium light, with some shade.
Water: These plants like to be moist, reduce watering in winter.
Air Humidity: They prefer moderate to high humidity, this can be achieved by grouping plants together, misting, using a humidifier and placing your plant on a tray of watered pebbles.
Fertilising: Feed every few waterings during growing season, dilute fertiliser to half the recommended dosage.
This plant is non-toxic.
£11.00Price