Prayer plant Lemon lime

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Maranta leuconeura 🌿 Basic Overview Scientific name: Maranta leuconeura var. erythroneura ‘Lemon Lime’ Common name: Lemon Lime Prayer Plant Family: Marantaceae (the “prayer plant” family) Origin: Tropical rainforests of Brazil 🌈 Appearance Has bright lime-green to yellow veins running through dark green, oval leaves. The underside of the leaves is a soft light green or pale purple, depending on lighting. The leaves fold upward at night — like praying hands — which is where it gets the name prayer plant. ☀️ Light Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun — it can fade or burn the leaf pattern. Can tolerate medium to low light but may grow slower or lose color intensity. 💧 Water Likes soil that’s evenly moist but not soggy. Let the top ½ inch of soil dry before watering again. Use filtered or rainwater if possible — they can be sensitive to tap water chemicals. 🌡️ Temperature & Humidity Prefers 65–80°F (18–27°C). Loves high humidity (60%+). Regular misting or a humidifier helps a lot. 🌱 Soil Needs well-draining, rich soil — something like a mix of potting soil, perlite, and peat or coco coir. 🪴 Care Level Moderate — not too hard once you get the watering and humidity right. Trim any yellow or damaged leaves to keep it healthy and full. Show more