About
Pleiostachya pruinosa is a perennial in the arrowroot family (Marantaceae) from Central America producing the characteristic bold, lance-shaped leaves and small flowers of the genus. A rewarding plant for a warm, humid, shaded greenhouse or conservatory.
About the genus
Pleiostachya are perennials in the arrowroot family (Marantaceae) from Central America, producing bold, lance-shaped leaves. Grown in warm, humid, shaded greenhouses and conservatories.
Plant details
Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.