Prayer Plant (Ctenanthe oppenheimiana) – Elegant houseplant with beautifully patterned foliage

The Prayer Plant (Ctenanthe oppenheimiana) is a graceful tropical houseplant known for its striking striped leaves and its unique nightly movement: in the evening, the leaves lift slightly as if the plant is “closing”. With its refined look and compact growth, it fits perfectly in living rooms, bedrooms, or offices.

Care and Use

Placement

• Suitable for indoor spaces with bright to partial shade

• Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf discoloration

• Ideal for living rooms, offices, or bright bathrooms

Water and Feeding

• Keep the soil slightly moist, but never soggy

• Water regularly using filtered or low-lime water

• Feed every 2 weeks during the growing season (spring/summer)

Temperature

• Thrives at normal room temperatures of 18–25°C

• Avoid drafts or sudden temperature changes

Maintenance

• Mist the leaves occasionally to increase humidity

• Remove brown or dry leaves to encourage healthy growth

• Wipe leaves gently with a soft, damp cloth

Material and Features

• Beautiful striped foliage in light and dark green

• Compact, elegant growth for indoor spaces

• Tropical look suited to modern, botanical, and Scandinavian interiors

• Air-purifying qualities

Benefits of the Prayer Plant

• Unique, vibrant leaf pattern

• Easy to care for — suitable for beginners

• Helps purify indoor air

• Adds a calm, tropical atmosphere to any room

Recommended Plant Combinations

• Polyscias or Calathea for a lush tropical grouping

• Monstera or Philodendron for varied leaf shapes

• Small succulents or Peperomia for contrast

• Mix different plant heights for a layered jungle look

Product Information

• Pot size: P17

• Height at purchase: ± 50 - 60 cm

• Use: Indoor

• Leaf colour: Light and dark green, striped

• Flowering: Small, inconspicuous blooms (rare indoors)

• Water: keep soil lightly moist

• Light: bright to partial shade

Note: Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size and pattern.

Order the Prayer Plant – Ctenanthe oppenheimiana

Bring tropical elegance into your home with the Prayer Plant (Ctenanthe oppenheimiana). Its beautiful leaf pattern and easy care make it a favourite for all plant lovers.

Order the Prayer Plant online at Firenze Bloemen and add a stylish, air-purifying touch to your interior!