Stromanthe Burle Marx

Named after the equally eccentric Brazilian landscape designer Roberto Burle Marx, this stromanthe has a striking green pattern similar to its Peacock Calathea cousin. 

Stromanthe are another member of the Maranta family, related to Marantas (Prayer Plants) as well as Goeppertias (Calatheas). Like its cousins it enjoys very high humidity and doesn’t like to dry out completely. The soil should stay evenly moist but never left in standing water. Stromanthe are known for their vibrant colors and striking patterns of variegation.