Common Names and Scientific Classification
Scientific Name: Maranta leuconeura var. kerchoveana
Common Names: Calathea Bunny, Prayer Plant, Rabbit Tracks, Green Maranta

The Calathea Maranta Kerchoveana is a captivating foliage plant known for its distinct leaf pattern—pale green leaves with darker, brush-stroke-like markings. Often called the "Prayer Plant" for its habit of folding leaves upward in the evening, this species belongs to the Marantaceae family. Native to the rainforests of Central and South America, it brings a lush tropical feel to any space. Its decorative foliage and non-toxic nature make it an ideal addition for homes, offices, and indoor gardens. This plant thrives in low to moderate light and adds dynamic movement and color variation to your decor.

Why Choose Calathea Maranta Kerchoveana?
This plant is loved for its eye-catching leaf design and the calming ambiance it introduces to interiors. Its unique daily leaf movement gives a sense of life and responsiveness in indoor environments. Beyond its beauty, the plant is also pet-safe, making it a popular choice among households with children or animals. It performs well in shaded corners, bathrooms, and workspaces where many other plants might struggle. Its easy-to-manage size, paired with low light requirements, makes it ideal for small-space gardening and vertical plant walls.

Ideal Uses in Landscaping

• Excellent for shaded garden borders and low-light corners
• Ideal for tropical-themed landscaping in Kerala’s humid regions
• Perfect for vertical gardens, wall pockets, or small planters
• Great indoor decor plant for homes, cafes, offices, and studios
• Beautiful underplanting option for tall shade trees or indoor palms

Care Instructions

• Light: Prefers indirect or filtered light; avoid direct sunlight
• Water: Keep soil slightly moist, not soggy; water when top 1 inch feels dry
• Humidity: Loves humidity; mist regularly or use a humidity tray
• Soil: Use well-draining, peat-based potting mix
• Temperature: Best between 18°C and 28°C
• Fertilizer: Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season
• Maintenance: Wipe leaves regularly to prevent dust buildup

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We specialize in exporting live plants worldwide and handle complete documentation including Phytosanitary Certification from the Plant Quarantine Department of India. Plants are shipped via air and sea in temperature-controlled containers depending on the order volume and destination.

Major Export Destinations:
United States, Netherlands, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Malaysia, Singapore, UK, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Maldives, South Africa, New Zealand, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Vietnam, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Canada, Belgium, Switzerland, Spain, Mauritius, Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, China, Philippines, Russia, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Austria, Finland, Ireland, Czech Republic, Greece, Portugal, Hungary, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Mexico, Colombia

Types of Live Plants We Export:

• Ornamental Plants – Ficus, hibiscus, bonsai
• Indoor Plants – Calatheas, pothos, areca palm, snake plant
• Medicinal Plants – Aloe vera, tulsi, ashwagandha
• Fruit Plants – Mango, guava, banana, passionfruit
• Landscape Trees & Shrubs – For homes, villas, parks
• Tissue-Cultured Plants – Disease-free, certified planting stock
• Flowering Plants – Rose, marigold, heliconia, jasmine

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