Red Prayer Plant

* The plant photos shown are our stock images used to represent the general appearance, size, and quality of the plant you’ll receive. Please remember that each plant is unique—natural variations in color, shape, and size are completely normal!

LIGHT

• Prefers bright, indirect light.

• Can tolerate medium light, but vibrant red coloration may fade in lower light.

• Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn leaves.

WATER

• Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

• Water when the top 1 inch of soil is dry.

• Use room-temperature water, ideally filtered or rainwater to avoid tip burn.

• Reduce watering slightly in winter when growth slows.

SOIL

• Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.

• Add perlite to improve drainage.

• Avoid heavy, compacted soils.

HUMIDITY

• Prefers high humidity (50–70%).

• Mist regularly, use a humidity tray or humidifier.

• Low humidity can cause leaf curling, browning, or crispy edges.

GROWTH HABIT

• Low-growing, spreading perennial.

• Slow to moderate growth rate.

• Ideal for tabletops, shelves, or terrariums.

PROPAGATION

• Propagate via stem cuttings in water or moist soil.

• Roots develop in 2–4 weeks under warm, humid conditions.

PRUNING & MAINTENANCE

• Remove yellow, damaged, or brown leaves.

• Pinching tips encourages bushier growth.

• Wipe leaves gently to remove dust.

REPOTTING

• Repot every 1–2 years or when root-bound.

• Use a pot with drainage holes.

FERTILIZING

• Feed every 2–4 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.

• Avoid fertilizing in fall and winter.

FLOWERING

• Rare indoors; small, inconspicuous flowers may appear.

• Mainly grown for its colorful foliage.

TOXICITY

• Non-toxic to humans and pets.

PRO TIPS

• Keep away from drafts or sudden temperature changes.

• Rotate the plant for even leaf growth.

• Nighttime leaf folding is normal and indicates a healthy circadian rhythm.

• Bright indirect light helps maintain the red coloration in leaves.