Maranta amabilis ~ Monrovia® Maranta, Fishbone Plant ga-native Root rot can be a

Root rot can be a problem in poorly drained soils

Roots and sap is toxic

Cut with a knife to harvest to prevent damage

It requires regular watering

Maranta amabilis ~ Monrovia® Maranta, Fishbone Plant ga-native Root rot can be aMonrovia Maranta is a tropical evergreen perennial with large, attractive elongated foliage with and alternating pattern of dark green strokes and maroon to burgundy undersides that is commonly used as a houseplant. Grows best with good indirect sun, consistently moist well drained soils and high humidity. Gets to be 1ft tall and 2ft wide. Syn. with Ctenanthe burle marxii Type: Houseplant Origins: Brazil Light Requirements: Medium to Bright Indirect