How to Care for Ctenanthe burle-marxii (Fishbone Prayer Plant)

Korean name: 크테난테

Ctenanthe burle-marxii is a foliage plant known for its distinctive leaf patterns and shapes. The leaves feature dark green backgrounds with lighter green and yellow stripes, and the plant thrives in relatively low light conditions. With proper watering and temperature care, it is well suited for indoor cultivation.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Brazil
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: foliage plant, shade tolerant, high humidity, medium growth rate
• Also known as: Fishbone Prayer Plant, Burle Marx's Ctenanthe

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels slightly dry.
• Soil: Well-draining soil is ideal.
• Humidity: Likes high humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Ctenanthe burle-marxii?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels slightly dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Ctenanthe burle-marxii?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining soil is ideal..

Is Ctenanthe burle-marxii safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Ctenanthe burle-marxii good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Likes high humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..