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Maranta Leuconeura 'Gold Lines'
₹ 999.00
Regular price
₹ 1,599.00
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₹ 999.00
The Maranta 'Gold Lines' is an exquisite and rare cultivar of the beloved Prayer Plant. While the standard variety features red veins, this stunning specimen showcases vibrant golden-yellow veins that pop against its velvety, dark-green foliage. The underside of the leaves reveals a deep burgundy-purple, adding a multi-dimensional aesthetic to any plant collection.
Native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil, this low-growing, spreading perennial is famous for its "nyctinasty"—the daily movement of its leaves. It is a slow-growing but highly rewarding plant that works beautifully in hanging baskets or as a tabletop centerpiece where its intricate patterns can be admired up close.
🌿 Botanical Fact: The Circadian Rhythm
Prayer Plants get their name from their leaves, which stay flat during the day to catch light and fold upward at night like hands in prayer. This movement is controlled by a joint-like part of the leaf called the pulvinus, which changes water pressure to shift the leaf's position!
Light
▾Thrives in bright, indirect light. In the wild, they grow on the forest floor, so they are sensitive to direct sun, which will bleach the golden veins and scorch the leaf edges. Low light can cause the growth to slow and the leaf colors to dull.
Watering
▾Keep the soil consistently moist but never soggy. Water when the top surface of the soil feels just slightly dry. **Pro-Fact:** Marantas are sensitive to chlorine and fluoride found in tap water. Use filtered or distilled water to prevent brown, crispy tips.
Soil & Potting
▾Requires a well-draining, peat-rich potting mix. A blend of coco-peat, perlite, and a little pine bark is ideal to retain moisture while allowing for airflow. They have shallow root systems and prefer wide, shallow pots.
Feeding & Fertilization
▾Feed every 2–4 weeks during the growing season (Spring/Summer) with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength. Do not fertilize in winter when the plant is resting. This keeps the golden veins vivid and the growth lush.
Propagation & Maintenance
▾Easily propagated by stem cuttings. Ensure your cutting has a node (the "bump" where the leaf meets the stem), and place it in water or moist sphagnum moss. Keep the plant tidy by snipping off any older leaves at the base of the stem.
⚠️ Common Issues & Quick Fixes
Yellowing Leaves
▾Usually a sign of overwatering or poor drainage. Check the soil; if it's soggy, let it dry out more before next watering. It can also indicate a temperature shock if the plant is in a drafty spot.
Curling Leaves during the Day
▾This is a defense mechanism against too much light or low humidity. Move the plant slightly further from the window and consider increasing humidity with a pebble tray or humidifier.
📋 Plant Specifications
| Botanical Name | Maranta leuconeura 'Gold Lines' |
| Common Name | Gold Vein Prayer Plant |
| Variegation | Bright Golden-Yellow Veins |
| Growth Habit | Low-growing / Spreading |
| Pet Safety | Non-toxic to cats and dogs |
| Origin | Brazil |