Maranta Leuconeura 'Fascinator Lemon Lime' (Prayer plant)
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€28,95 - Regular price
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€28,95
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Frequently asked questions
Why are the edges of my Maranta's leaves turning brown? Brown edges are usually caused by lime in tap water or air that is too dry — switch to filtered or rainwater and increase humidity by misting regularly.
Why don’t my Maranta’s leaves fold up at night anymore? Lack of light, insufficient watering, or heat stress can slow this nyctinastic movement — check the exposure and watering; the plant will resume its movement as soon as conditions improve.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
ZEN ARRIVAL GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
🐾 Non-toxic • 🌿 Lime-green variegated foliage with red veins • ☀️ Low light / Partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H30 cm | Pot Ø12 cm — H40 cm | Pot Ø15 cm
Maranta Leuconeura 'Fascinator Lemon Lime', also known as the prayer plant, is a bright variety native to the tropical forests of Brazil — its lime-green and dark-green variegated foliage adorned with spectacular red veins sets it apart from other Marantas with its light, refreshing tones. Like all Marantas, its leaves fold vertically at night and unfurl during the day — a fascinating, lively daily movement. A reliable choice among easy-care plants.
This daily movement is characteristic of Maranta and this entire fascinating botanical family.
Light & placement
Maranta Leuconeura 'Fascinator Lemon Lime' tolerates low light perfectly — it is one of the few plants with colorful graphic foliage that can thrive in low-light spaces. Direct sun scorches its leaves and dulls its colors.
- Light: partial shade to indirect light — tolerates low light; avoid direct sun.
- Ideal for: office, shelf, poorly lit hallway, bedroom, bathroom.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden fluctuations.
- Substrate: light, rich, and well-drained — universal potting soil with perlite.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate — keep the substrate slightly moist without ever letting it become waterlogged. Prefer filtered or rainwater to prevent brown leaf edges. Care easily adapts to low-light spaces, as with all plants for dark rooms.
- Frequency: approximately once a week in spring and summer; reduce slightly in winter.
- Humidity: enjoys 60 to 70% humidity — mist regularly or group plants together.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer, using diluted liquid houseplant fertilizer.
- Cleaning: gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to preserve the lime variegation and red veins.
Decorating ideas & plant pairings
Its lime-green tones bring a bright, refreshing touch to a composition of dark-green foliage — it is a natural colorful accent plant that does not need flowers to create a strong visual impact.
- Within the Marantaceae family: pair it with a Calathea Medallion and a Ctenanthe setosa — three Marantaceae plants, three different expressions of patterns and colors, similar watering needs, and a cohesive collection.
- In a low-light room arrangement: pair it with a Maranta Leuconeura 'Fascinator' with red veins on a dark-green background and a Pilea Mojito with silver patterns — three low-light-tolerant plants, with three palettes of light, contrasting colors.
- Decorative pot: matte white, light gray, or terracotta ceramic highlights the lime variegation without competing with it.
Verdeia tips
- Watch the leaves move: they fold vertically at night like praying hands and unfurl at daybreak — this nyctinastic movement is an indicator of good health; it slows if the plant lacks light or water.
- Use lime-free water if possible: brown leaf edges are often caused by limescale in tap water — use filtered or rainwater to preserve the integrity of the variegation and red veins.
- High humidity recommended: a bright bathroom or regular misting recreates the humid tropical understory conditions where Maranta originates — its leaves stay more supple and the variegation more vivid.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Maranta leuconeura 'Fascinator Lemon Lime'
- Common name: Prayer plant
- Origin: tropical forests of Brazil
- Available sizes: H30 cm | Pot Ø12 cm — H40 cm | Pot Ø15 cm
- Mature size: up to 30–40 cm indoors
- Light: partial shade / indirect light; tolerates low light
- Watering: moderate, slightly moist substrate
- Care: easy
- Non-toxic to pets and children
- Decorative style: Bright / Lively / Refreshing
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the lime variegation and foliage density naturally vary according to light levels.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.