Maranta parkeri

Maranta parkeri, also known as the Prayer Plant, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae.

The plant has been used in traditional medicine due to its medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial compounds.

The health benefits of Maranta parkeri include reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, and potentially aiding in the treatment of certain infections.

Herbal preparations of Maranta parkeri often involve the use of its leaves, which can be made into teas, infusions, or applied topically in the form of creams or ointments.