Stromanthe sanguinea 'Tricolor'
Scientific Name: Stromanthe thalia ‘Triostar’
Common Name: Stromanthe sanguinea, Calathea Triostar, Variegated bloody stromanthe, Ctenanthe Tricolour, Calathea Tricolour, Never Never Plant, Prayer Plant
Origin: Brazil
Toxicity: Non-toxic to humans and animals.
Main Pollinators: Hummingbirds and bees
PLANT TYPE
- Perennial
SIZE
- H: 12″-18″
- W: 12″-24″
ZONES
- 9b-12
The Prayer plant, known as Stromanthe thalia ‘Triostar‘, has variations of red, white, green, and pink. Stromanthe sanguinea has been changed to Stromanthe thalia Triostar, but the older name is still in use. It is a common houseplant in temperate climates for its striking variegated pink and red leaves. One of the most colorful variegated plants you can grow.
Sun Exposure
Bright, indirect light
Water Needs
Maintain moist but not soggy soil. Even Moisture
Soil Needs
Well-Drained
Water Needs
Verticillium Wilt Resistant
Foliage Color
Variegated
Foliage Season
Evergreen
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