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Ctenanthe burle-marxii (Never Never Plant)

Ctenanthe burle-marxii (Never Never Plant)

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Meet the Ctenanthe burle-marxii (Never Never Plant)

Ctenanthe burle-marxii is a tropical plant native to the rainforests of Brazil. Belonging to the Marantaceae family, the same as Prayer Plants, it features long, oval leaves in greyish-green with dark margins and fishbone patterns, with striking purple undersides. Its distinctive foliage and rhythmic leaf movements make it a visually captivating and ornamental tropical houseplant.

Why You'll Love It

  • Bold and dramatic: striking leaves
  • Have a bright but indirect sunlight spot
  • Tropical vibes: Adds lush, exotic greenery indoors

Growing & Care

Bright indirect light. Water when the top 2 inches of soil feels dry, using room temperature water. medium to high humidity. A balanced houseplant fertiliser. Left to grow, expect a spread of Up to 40 cm wide and a height of Up 60 cm tall with time.

Repotting

Every 2-3 years.

A Few Things to Watch For

  • Overwatering or sitting in soggy soil
  • Cold draughts
  • Prolonged direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves
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Ctenanthe burle-marxii (Never Never Plant) Care Tips

  • Care Difficulty

    Could Be Fussy

  • Light Preference

    Bright indirect light.

  • Temperature

  • Plant Height

  • Watering

    Water when the top 2 inches of soil feels dry, using room temperature water.

  • Humidity

    medium to high humidity.

  • Toxicity

    Pet safe — though it's still sensible to keep foliage out of pets' reach to avoid damage

  • How Does It Grow?

    Moderate during spring and summer growth rate; reaching Up 60 cm tall with time; Occasional, to manage size or old foliage.
Ctenanthe burle-marxii (Never Never Plant)

The Story Behind the Ctenanthe burle-marxii (Never Never Plant)

Ctenanthe burle-marxii is a tropical plant native to the rainforests of Brazil. Belonging to the Marantaceae family, the same as Prayer Plants, it features long, oval leaves in greyish-green with dark margins and fishbone patterns, with striking purple undersides.

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