Origin
South America
Light
Dappled shade
Watering
Twice a week
Care
Expert
Flowering
Foliage
Indoor
Ctenanthe Burle-Marxii
With oval leaves painted in light and dark green chevrons and a purple underside, the Ctenanthe is a living tropical fresco.
Care Profile
A guide to ensuring your botanical companion thrives.
Origin
Brazil
Light
Bright indirect
Watering
Weekly
Maintenance
Moderate
The fishbone of the Brazilian landscaper
Named in honor of landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx, this plant bears fishbone patterns that earn its nickname, on dense, low-growing foliage.
A cousin of the Calatheas but noticeably more tolerant, it folds its leaves at night and slowly spreads as an indoor ground cover.
"The Ctenanthe paints chevrons no brush has ever traced."
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Styling Tip 01
Filtered Light
Bright but diffused light preserves the contrast of its patterns.
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Styling Tip 02
Fresh Soil
Keep lightly moist without waterlogging; it hates both excess and drought.
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Styling Tip 03
Humidity Appreciated
Grouping plants or misting noticeably improves its foliage.
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Origin
Southeast Asia
Light
Low to bright
Watering
Weekly
Care
Easy
Flowering
Foliage