Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in fall and winter, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water to prevent root rot.
Also known as Never Never Plant
Ctenanthe lubbersiana is a striking tropical foliage plant with lance-shaped leaves featuring irregular yellow variegation.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Keep consistently moist
75% intensity
Allow top inch to dry between waterings in cooler months.
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix
50% intensity
Average room temperature
50% intensity
Prefers 18-24°C (65-75°F), avoid drafts and sudden temperature drops.
Feed during growing season
50% intensity
Diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks in spring/summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in fall and winter, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain shape or remove any yellowed or dead leaves. Pinch back stems to encourage bushier growth. This can be done at any time, but is most effective in spring. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears.
Propagate by division of clumps during repotting in spring. Carefully separate the rhizomes, ensuring each division has at least a few leaves and roots.
Pot these divisions in well-draining soil and keep them consistently moist.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based blend with added perlite or sand.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Zingiberales |
| Family | Marantaceae |
| Genus | Ctenanthe |
| Species | Ctenanthe lubbersiana |
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