Ctenanthe Amagris

Ctenanthe Burle Marxii Amagris | Never Never Plant Care

Ctenanthe Burle Marxii Amagris is a fascinating, eye-catching plant that originated in Brazil. It is a memeber of the Marantaceae family, and its close relatives include the prayer plant, Calathea, and Stromanthe. This plant is sometimes go by the trade names “Calathea Amagris”, “Ctenanthe Amagris” or “Never-Never plant.” Amagris is a flowering prenniel but the blooms are insigninicant compared to its stunning exotic foliage.

Ctenanthe Amagris, a striking cultivar of Ctenanthe Burle-Marxii, is a slow-growing tropical, evergreen perennial featuring distinctive foliage. Like the parent plant ( Ctenanthe Burle-Marxii), it has a delightfully low and compact growth habit, reaching up to 30 cm tall but spreading much wider. This Ctenanthe cultivar has strikingly beautiful oblong, silvery-green rubbery leaves with a delicate, thin dark green herringbone pattern. The light greyish-green leaves outlined with dark green margins contrasting with fishbone venation and burgundy or purple underside add tropical vibes to your place—a perfect centerpiece for your coffee tables.

This plant is a popular houseplant due to its striking leaves and moderate care requirements. Unlike its closely related plant family Calatheas, Ctenanthe Amagris is relatively tolerant of lower light conditions, making it a good choice for indoor spaces. Ctenanthe Amagris also does not require much water, so it is perfect for those who regularly forget to water their plants.

This eye-catching plant is easy to care for and makes an excellent addition to any indoor space. Like other prayer plants ( Calatheas, Marantas), Ctenanthe Burle-Marxii Amagris also folds its leaves at night and unfurl during the day. We highly recommend this plant to those who adores Calathea plants but find them fussy and chalenging.