Pleiostachya
A lesser-known tropical plant in the Marantaceae family, grown for its attractive, patterned foliage with a frosted (pruinose) underside, used as a shade garden ornamental.
Habit
Perennial Herb
Height
0.3-0.6 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Rich moist
Shade
Partial Shade
Moisture
High, consistent
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Central/ South America
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
18–26°C
Humidity (%)
70-80%
Potting media
Peat+Perlite
Fertilizers
Balanced
Watering
Keep consistently moist
Plant Weight
0.5-1.5 Kg
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5–6.5
Water Ph level
6.0–6.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.5
Yield Per Plant
N/A
NPK ratio
20:20:20
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Understory ornamental, adds tropical texture.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
Understory ornamental, adds tropical texture.
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Monthly with a half-strength balanced fertilizer during active growth.Common Diseases and Remedies
root rot, leaf spot, rust, crown rot, aphids and spider mites
yellowing or browning leaf tips, wilting, soft or decaying crown, brown or black leaf spots, orange-rust pustules, reduced vigor, fine webbing or small insects
improve soil drainage and avoid waterlogging, remove affected foliage, increase air circulation, apply neem oil or insecticidal soap for pests, use sulfur or baking-soda spray for rust, maintain proper spacing
fungicides with mefenoxam or metalaxyl for root and crown rot, copper-based fungicides for leaf spot, fungicides with propiconazole or mancozeb for rust, systemic insecticides and miticides such as imidacloprid or abamectin for pest control.