Plants in genus ctenanthe
Ctenanthe burle-marxii 'Amagris'
Ctenanthe burle-marxii 'Amagris' is a slow-growing plant with pale grey-green oval leaves and dark green curving stripes. The leaves have a deep purple underside and close upwards at night, making it an interesting addition to indoor plant collections.
Ctenanthe setosa 'Gray Star'
Ctenanthe setosa 'Gray Star' is a popular houseplant known for its striking foliage and air-purifying qualities. It thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and requires a high-humidity environment with moist soil. The leaves exhibit a unique behavior by curling up at night.
Ctenanthe setosa 'Grey Star'
Ctenanthe setosa 'Grey Star' is part of the Marantaceae family, known for its leaves that fold upward at night. It grows up to 3 feet tall and wide, with deep purple undersides of the leaves. This plant thrives in high humidity and bright, indirect light.
Ctenanthe setosa 'Silver Star'
Ctenanthe setosa 'Silver Star' is a popular prayer plant variety with silvery, light green leaves and bold, dark green stripes. The plant raises and closes its leaves at night, adding a dynamic element to indoor spaces. It thrives in low to medium bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it ideal for indoor environments. The plant is non-toxic to pets and small children and acts as an air purifier.
Ctenanthe oppenheimiana 'Exotica'
Ctenanthe oppenheimiana 'Exotica' is known for its silvery, light green leaves with bold, dark green stripes that raise and close at night. It grows up to 3 feet tall and thrives in low to medium bright, indirect light with high humidity. This plant is non-toxic to pets and small children.
Ctenanthe lubbersiana
Ctenanthe lubbersiana is a subtropical ornamental plant native to Brazil, recognized for its attractive foliage. It has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit and is often grown in hothouses. This plant adds a tropical touch to indoor or greenhouse settings.