‹ All plantsFishbone Prayer Plant
Ctenanthe burle-marxii
Prayer plant relatives (Ctenanthe)Mood Meter: Needs a Little Love
Also called: Fishbone Ctenanthe, Never Never Plant
Oval leaves with a pale green background and dark fishbone/feather pattern radiating from the midrib.
Plant Mood Meter: Needs a Little Love
More forgiving than some prayer plants, but it still prefers consistent moisture, filtered light, and moderate humidity.
Care guide
Medium to bright indirect light. Direct sun: Avoid harsh direct sun.
Keep the mix moderately and consistently moist while allowing the surface to begin drying.
Airy, moisture-retentive tropical mix with good drainage.
Moderate to high humidity is helpful.
Problems Planticist can help with UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup
