Calathea
Calathea this finicky popular plant that brightens offices, lobbies, meeting rooms and other interior areas.
Calathea plants are part of the family of plants known as Marantaceae. They are famous for their wide, green, colorful leavesÂ
Planting & CareÂ
Sunlight:Â Plant Calathea in an area of light shade or bright, indirect, or filtered sunlight.
Soil:Â The soil in the area should be porous, loamy soil. It should remain moistÂ
Watering:Â Use distilled water or water that has been purified in some way to water Calathea plants. Calathea like to have moist soil or planting substances, but not soggy.
Temperature: Temperatures between 60°F and 70°F (16°C – 21°C). Avoid areas where temperatures could drop below 50°F (10°C).
Fertilizer:Â Â During the growing season, mix an application of an organic, liquid houseplant fertilizer at half the recommended strength, and apply it every two weeks.
Pruning:Â Prune to maintain size and remove dead foliage
