- Low Maintenance, Kid Safe, Pet Safe, Variegated Foliage, Air Purifier
- Bright Indirect Light
- Mature Height 6 inches
- Water Needs - When The Top Inch Of Soil Is Dry
This plant boasts a stunning display of variegation, stripes, and blotches while remaining exceptionally easy to grow for gardeners of all levels. The medium green foliage features random creamy yellow stripes and varying sizes of creamy white speckles. Adding to its charm are deep chocolatey brown splotches that run evenly along either side of the midrib.
Maranta leuconeura ‘Beauty Kim,’ native to the rainforests of Brazil, thrives in the partially shaded understory. Known as the prayer plant, it has an internal clock that causes it to close its leaves at night and reopen them during the day.
Best Locations For Growing Variegated Beauty Kim Maranta
In its native habitat, Maranta grows as a mounded ground cover, making it an excellent choice for tabletops, desks, or bookcases. It flourishes in humid environments, so bathrooms, kitchens, and sunny laundry rooms are ideal. A mature plant typically reaches 12 inches in height and width. Furthermore, prayer plants are non-toxic and safe around children and pets.
Variegated Beauty Kim Maranta Sunlight Requirements
For lush color and vibrancy, Maranta prefers bright to medium indirect light. Insufficient light will cause the plant to become more green and produce smaller leaves. East-facing rooms are particularly beneficial, as the early morning light won’t scorch the foliage. North-facing rooms with ample windows may also be suitable.
Variegated Beauty Kim Maranta Care
Maranta thrives in slightly acidic potting soil. Instead of using peat moss to acidify the soil, it’s environmentally preferable to use a peat-free mix containing organic ingredients like coco coir, composted wood products, and finely shredded orchid bark. These components create a neutral pH suitable for prayer plants and other houseplants. Ensure your pot has excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging the roots.
Watering Variegated Beauty Kim Maranta
Prayer plants prefer watering with rainwater, which adds acidity; filtered tap water left to sit for 24 hours can also work well. Keep the plant consistently moist by watering when the top 1-2 inches of soil have dried out, typically once or twice a week in spring and summer. Reduce watering during winter months when light levels are lower, checking every 10-14 days.
Feeding Variegated Beauty Kim Maranta
Maranta benefits from a regular fertilization schedule throughout the year. Use a diluted liquid houseplant formulation every 14 days in spring through fall. In winter, reduce feeding to once a month.
Variegated Beauty Kim Maranta Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Mature Height: 6 inches |
| Mature Spread: 12 inches |
| Habit: Clumping, Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Foliage Color(s): Medium Green |
| Watering: When The Top Inch Of Soil Is Dry |
| Features: Low Maintenance, Kid Safe, Pet Safe, Variegated Foliage, Air Purifier |
| Common Name: Variegated Beauty Kim Maranta |
| Other Name(s): Prayer plant, Variegated Maranta Leucornea, Beauty Kim |
| Scientific Name: Maranta leuconeura 'Beauty Kim' |
- SKU:
- MARANTA_BEAUTY.KIM
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations