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Prayer plant, Maranta leuconeura
Prayer plant, Maranta leuconeura (Maranta bicolor var. Kerchoviana). Chromolithograph from an illustration by Desire Bois from Edward Steps Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse, Frederick Warne, London, 1896
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Bois Canna Desire Favourite Gardening Greenhouse Horticulture Hybrid Indica Maranta Prayer Shot Step
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This stunning chromolithograph depicts the Prayer Plant, Maranta leuconeura, also known as Maranta bicolor var. Kerchoviana. The Prayer Plant is a popular houseplant known for its unique and captivating foliage. The name "Prayer Plant" comes from the way its leaves fold up at night, giving the appearance of praying. The illustration is taken from Edward Step's "Favourite Flowers of Garden and Greenhouse," published by Frederick Warne in London in 1896. The work was created by the talented Desire Bois, a renowned botanical illustrator of the Victorian era. The Prayer Plant is native to the tropical regions of South America, specifically Brazil, and is a hybrid between Maranta indica and Canna indica. This beautiful plant is characterized by its vibrant green leaves, which can display various shades of red and purple when grown in bright, indirect light. The chromolithograph showcases the Prayer Plant in all its glory, with each intricate detail of its leaves and stems beautifully rendered. The rich colors and vibrant textures of the illustration transport us back to the Victorian era, when botanical illustrations were a source of inspiration and education for gardeners and horticulturists. The Prayer Plant remains a popular choice for indoor gardening enthusiasts today, and this stunning illustration serves as a testament to its timeless beauty and appeal. Whether displayed as a decorative piece or used as inspiration for cultivating this unique plant, this chromolithograph is a must-have for any botanical art collection.
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