Stromanthe 'Sanguinea'

Botanical: Stromanthe sanguinea

Common: Sanguinea Stromanthe, Prayer Plant

• Light: Bright Indirect
• Ideal Temperature: 65-80°F
• Humidity: High
• Water: When the top inch of soil is dry
• Fertilize: Once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
• Preferred Soil: Well-Draining Potting Mix

• If the leaves start to curl, it's usually a sign that the plant is not getting enough water or humidity. Use a humidifier, mist the leaves and adjust your watering schedule accordingly.
• Brown leaf tips are often a sign of low humidity or over-fertilization. Make sure to keep the plant in a humid environment and follow the recommended fertilization guidelines.
• Stromanthe plants are sensitive to direct sunlight, which can bleach their vibrant leaf colors. Make sure to place them in a location with bright, indirect light.

• Member of the Marantaceae family, commonly known as the Prayer Plant or arrowroot family, is a group of flowering plants that includes over 550 species.
• Stromanthe plants are native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

• Stromanthe plants are often used in tropical landscaping and as indoor ornamental plants due to their striking leaf patterns and colors.
• They are closely related to Calathea and Maranta plants, which are also part of the Marantaceae family and share similar care requirements.
• Stromanthe plants are part of the prayer plant family and share the characteristic of folding their leaves up at night.