Description

Calatheas are moderate to fast growing members of the Marantaceae family that are native to the tropical Americas. They come in many different varieties and are highly prized for their exotic, unique patterned foliage - often considered some of the most beautiful in the world! They should be planted in a well-drained soil mix but kept moist (not saturated) at all times. They require moderately low lighting to full shade and there should never be standing water on the leaves. Bright lighting will damage the leaves and fade the color. These plants need stable temperatures, preferably above 60 degrees, as they are highly sensitive to cold drafts and other temperature fluctuations.

• - Calatheas will do well in a container garden, terrarium or as a houseplant as it prefers low light and is easy to care for
• - Since they prefer humid conditions, they may suffer from leaf curl if humidity levels become too low. To remedy this, you can place the plant and pot on a tray of pebbles with water to increase the ambient humidity around the plant
• - Calatheas can be a great choice for vivarium use. Their leaves can make a great perch and provide shelter for your vivarium inhabitants to create potential egg laying spots for a variety of poison dart frogs
• - They should be planted in the substrate and will grow quite tall, so keep this in mind when planting it in your tropical vivarium
• - This plant requires low to moderate light and may drop leaves if lighting is too intense
• - This is a "Grower's Choice" plant which means we choose the plant for you. Plants may differ in color and appearance from the plant pictured