From the same family as the Marantas, the Ctenanthes perform similar movements depending on the time of day. We love it for the pattern and color of its foliage. Indeed, the upper side of the leaves has shades of dark to pale green, while the underside has a beautiful purple coloring. Ctenanthes require little light to thrive, but appreciate a warm and humid environment. We recommend watering with demineralized water, which can be purchased at the pharmacy, or with rainwater. Melted snow works very well! They do not tolerate the excess minerals found in tap water very well. This excess can cause root burns and damage the foliage.
Non-toxic to animals.
- Family: Marantaceae.
- Origin: Tropical areas of South America.
- Watering:
- Summer: Keep the soil slightly moist.
- Likes to be watered by drenching.
- Fall - Winter - Spring: Allow the soil to dry on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Spray the foliage regularly.
- Type of soil: Light and rich.
- Brightness: Moderate.
- Orientation: East, West, and North.
- Growth: Slow.
- Temperature: Average.
- Between 16ᵒC and 20ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 10 cm and 15 cm.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
