The Prayer Plant is a popular, low-growing houseplant known for its striking, decorative foliage and unique behavior. Its leaves feature intricate patterns of light and dark green, with some varieties displaying red veins and other vibrant hues. One of the plant’s most distinctive characteristics is its ability to fold its leaves up at night, resembling "hands in prayer," which is how it earned its common name.

Sunlight:

Ideal Light: Prayer Plants prefer bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch their delicate leaves, causing them to turn brown or yellow.

Low Light: They can tolerate low light, but growth may slow down, and the vibrant colors in the leaves may fade.

· Avoid direct sunlight, as this can burn the leaves, especially during the hotter months.

Water:

Watering Frequency: Keep the soil lightly moist, but not soggy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again.

• Water Quality: Prayer Plants are sensitive to chemicals found in tap water, such as fluoride and chlorine, which can cause leaf tip browning. Using distilled or non-chlorinated water is ideal, though tap water left to sit overnight can also work.
• Humidity: These plants thrive in high humidity (50-60% or higher). 

Temperature:

Prayer Plants thrive in warm temperatures ranging from 65°F to 75°F (18°C to 24°C). They should not be exposed to temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

Avoid placing the plant near cold drafts, air conditioning, or heating vents.