Maranta Leuconeura 'Kerchoveana': An Ornamental Gem for Your Home

The Maranta Leuconeura 'Kerchoveana', also known as the Rabbit's Foot Prayer Plant, is a stunning tropical foliage plant that will add a touch of elegance and intrigue to your home. Here's an overview of this beauty to help you decide if it's the perfect plant for you:

Appearance:

• Leaves: Oval-shaped, medium green with darker green to brown splotches resembling rabbit tracks, hence the nickname. The veins are pale, adding to the visual interest.

  Maranta Leuconeura Kerchoveana leaves

• Size: Compact, growing up to 12-18 inches tall and 10-12 inches wide.

• Unique Feature: The leaves exhibit nyctinasty, folding upwards at night and reopening in the morning, resembling praying hands. This movement is thought to help conserve moisture and protect the delicate leaves.

Care:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid direct sun exposure, which can scorch the leaves.

• Water: Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.

• Humidity: Thrives in moderate to high humidity (50% or more). Consider using a humidifier, pebble tray, or grouping the plant with other humidity-loving plants.

• Soil: Well-draining potting mix rich in organic matter.

• Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Avoid cold drafts and exposure to temperatures below 55°F (13°C).

Benefits:

• Air Purifier: Helps remove toxins and improve air quality in your home.

• Low Maintenance: Relatively easy to care for with minimal attention.

• Pet-Friendly: Non-toxic to pets and children.

Additional Tips:

• Fertilize monthly during spring and summer with a half-strength liquid fertilizer.

• Repot when the plant becomes rootbound, typically every 1-2 years.

• Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer.

Overall, the Maranta Leuconeura 'Kerchoveana' is a beautiful and rewarding plant for any plant enthusiast. Its striking foliage, unique leaf movement, and ease of care make it a popular choice for homes and offices alike.

I hope this overview helps you decide if this charming plant is the right fit for you.

Plant comes in a 6” Nursery pot