{"title":"Ctenanthes","description":"\u003cp\u003eCtenanthes are striking tropical foliage plants prized for their beautifully patterned leaves, contrasting colours and lush appearance. Closely related to Calatheas, these decorative plants feature an impressive range of foliage in shades of green, silver, cream and burgundy, making them a standout addition to indoor plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the variety, Ctenanthes may feature bold stripes, delicate feathered patterns, contrasting veins or colourful leaf undersides. Their attractive foliage provides year-round interest and makes them ideal for decorative pots, indoor displays and tropical-style plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCtenanthes prefer warm, humid conditions with bright, indirect light and protection from harsh direct sunlight. They appreciate consistent moisture and a well-drained growing medium, making a warm, protected indoor position ideal for keeping their foliage looking its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Ctenanthes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully patterned and colourful tropical foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide variety of leaf shapes, markings and colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent indoor foliage plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for decorative pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds a lush tropical feel to indoor spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for bright positions away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ctenanthe-burle-marxii-trio","title":"Ctenanthe Burle-Marxii Trio","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate a beautifully full potted display of these wonderful and extremely easy to grow indoor plants, or pot each one into a smaller pot and enjoy multiple pots in your home or sheltered garden. 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Perfect for beginners, their beautifully contrasting foliage, intricate markings and colourful undersides make them an attractive addition to any indoor plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOur Ctenanthe Collection includes one each of four varieties, all separately labelled:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCtenanthe Amagris\u003c\/strong\u003e - Beautiful pale green, oval-shaped leaves delicately marked with a contrasting dark green herringbone pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCtenanthe burle-marxii\u003c\/strong\u003e - Also known as the Never Never Plant or Fishbone Prayer Plant, this variety features striking deep green markings against light green foliage, complemented by attractive purple undersides.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCtenanthe Grey Star\u003c\/strong\u003e - A larger-growing variety featuring elegant silvery-grey foliage with contrasting deep green markings and attractive purple undersides.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCtenanthe setosa\u003c\/strong\u003e - Attractive silver-grey foliage featuring contrasting green markings and rich purple undersides.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Ctenanthe\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for growing in pots, Ctenanthe prefer a well-drained potting mix and a brightly lit position protected from direct sunlight. As part of the Prayer Plant group, their leaves can fold upwards at night or under high-light conditions, adding another interesting characteristic to these beautiful foliage plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eCtenanthe prefer light humidity and appreciate regular watering, but should never be allowed to become waterlogged. 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