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: 17cm
Height: Approximately 70cm 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.