Peacock plant

Peacock plant (Goeppertia makoyana)

Peacock plant, also known as Prayer plant

The peacock plant sports large, thin leaves in varied shades of green. The plant thrives in warm, humid environments such as its native Brazil. It is a classic example of a "prayer plant," meaning its leaves appear to close up at night and open again in the morning.

Key Facts About Peacock plant

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Attributes of Peacock plant

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
20 cm to 90 cm
Spread
30 cm to 50 cm
Leaf Color
Green Purple Red Variegated
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White

Scientific Classification of Peacock plant

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Zingiberales
Family
Arrowroot
Genus
Calatheas
Species
Peacock plant