Maranta 'Silver Band' Prayer Plant - 4.5 Inch On Hoop

Ed's Plant Shop

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$24.99
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Description

Meet the Stunning Silver Band Maranta!

Add a touch of elegance and charm to your indoor plant collection with the Silver Band Maranta! Also known as the "Prayer Plant" for its unique leaf-folding behavior in the evening, this striking plant features bold silver bands running down the center of its lush green leaves. A visual treat for any plant lover, the Silver Band Maranta is perfect for creating an eye-catching display in your home, whether on a shelf, tabletop, or in a hanging planter. Its low-maintenance nature makes it an excellent choice for both beginners and seasoned plant parents!

Silver Band Maranta Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Maranta leuconeura 'Silver Band'
  • Common Name: Silver Band Maranta, Prayer Plant
  • Family: Marantaceae
  • Native Range: Brazil and other tropical regions of South America

Silver Band Maranta Care Guide

The Silver Band Maranta is not only captivating to look at, but it’s also easy to care for! Thriving in moderate indoor conditions, this plant is ideal for those who want a touch of greenery without all the fuss. Its forgiving nature makes it great for beginner plant enthusiasts while still offering plenty of appeal for seasoned collectors.

  • Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower-light conditions. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can scorch the delicate leaves.
  • Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Marantas love humidity, so misting the leaves will keep them happy!
  • Humidity: Prefers higher humidity levels, making it an excellent plant for kitchens and bathrooms.
  • Temperature: Keep it cozy! Aim for temperatures between 65°F and 75°F (18°C-24°C). Avoid cold drafts or sudden temperature drops.
  • Pruning: Remove yellow or damaged leaves to keep the plant looking fresh. Trim back leggy stems to encourage bushier growth.
  • Feeding: Feed monthly with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer).

Fun Fact About Silver Band Maranta: The Nighttime "Prayer"

Did you know that the Silver Band Maranta has a built-in schedule? This fascinating plant folds its leaves upwards in the evening, resembling hands in prayer, and then unfolds them as daylight returns. This movement is a natural adaptation to conserve energy during the night and is part of what makes the Maranta family so popular!

History of the Silver Band Maranta

The Silver Band Maranta belongs to the larger Maranta genus, named after the 16th-century Italian botanist Bartolomeo Maranta. Indigenous to the rainforests of Brazil and other parts of South America, this plant has been a favorite in indoor gardens due to its dynamic foliage and easy-care nature.

Historically, Maranta plants were prized for their ability to thrive in shaded, humid environments—traits that made them perfect for home cultivation. Over time, many varieties of Maranta, including the Silver Band, have been bred for their stunning leaf patterns and striking coloration. Today, it’s beloved not only for its beauty but for the calming, rhythmic motion of its prayer-like movements, giving any space a soothing natural touch.

A Unique, Dynamic Plant for Your Space

The Silver Band Maranta boasts vibrant green leaves with distinctive silver stripes that add a touch of refinement to any indoor space. Its attractive foliage showcases dark green margins and a soft, velvety texture, giving it a luxurious feel. But this plant’s beauty is more than skin-deep—it’s famous for its “prayer” movement, where its leaves fold up at night and open again with the morning light, bringing an almost magical rhythm to your indoor garden.

Whether you display it as a solo feature or let it mix with other plants, the Silver Band Maranta promises to brighten any room with its dynamic appearance and easygoing care requirements.

Want More Info on Maranta 'Silver Band' Prayer Plant?

Discover expert tips on how to keep your new Maranta 'Silver Band' Prayer Plant thriving by checking out our comprehensive Maranta Care Guide, covering everything from watering to lighting for lush, healthy growth.

Looking for houseplants that are safe for your furry friends? Check out our Guide to pet-friendly plants and learn how to create a vibrant, pet-safe space today!

Keep Your Plants Cozy with Heat Packs

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

How do you ship your plants?

We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

Will my plant look like the one on the website?

Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

Do you include heat packs with your plants?

We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

Which heat pack should I choose?

Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

How long will it take to receive my order?

Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

Do you offer express shipping?

All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

What countries do you ship to?

We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

Returns and Refunds

How do I return a product?

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

How long will it take to receive my refund?

Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

Can I return or exchange a plant?

At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.

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