Maranta leuconeura ‘Dark Form’ – planta care se roaga, cu frunze catifelate si desen spectaculos
Maranta leuconeura ‘Dark Form’, also known as the praying plant (Prayer Plant), impresses with its oval, velvety, dark green leaves with light veins and purple underside, which change position depending on the light. It is an elegant indoor plant, ideal for modern, natural, or boho spaces.
🌿 Botanical characteristics:
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Genus: Maranta
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Family: Marantaceae
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Origin: tropical forests of South America
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Foliage: dark green with light veins, purple underside
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Habit: compact, slightly trailing
☀️ Growing conditions:
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Light: indirect, diffused; avoid direct sun exposure
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Watering: regular, with room temperature water; keep soil slightly moist
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Humidity: high (above 60%); prefers misting or trays with wet pebbles
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Temperature: ideal between 18–28°C; avoid cold and drafts
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Soil: light, rich in organic matter, well drained
💚 Advantages and uses:
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Elegant tropical plant, ideal for interior decoration
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Luxurious appearance, with intensely colored foliage
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Creates an exotic and calming effect
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Suitable for hanging pots or bright shelves
⚠️ Note: Leaves may show small imperfections caused by transport or humidity differences. These do not affect the plant's health.
The displayed price is for a plant without a ceramic pot.
Height with pot included: approx. 25 cm
note: 1-2 plants/pot