Also known as the prayer plant. This beauitful leafy green plant has leaves that love to move. They go up and down with the sun. Maybe the funnest plant ever!
Climate - Native to tropical regions of Central and South America
Light - Bright indirect to medium indirect, never direct. Verigated varieties can withstand less light and prefer shaded conditions.
Soil - Well-draining potting soil with peat moss
Water - Water lightly weekly keeping soil evenly moist, let top inch dry before watering. Very sensitive to fluoride, prefers filtered water.
Humidity - Likes increased humidity, use pebble tray or light misting
Temperature - Typical indoor temperature acceptable, prefers temperatures above 65 degrees
Fertilizer - Fertilize sparingly during growing season with ½ concentration houseplant fertilizer