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Calathea is a genus of flowering plants in the Marantaceae family, native to tropical Americas. They are popular houseplants known for their large, colorfully patterned leaves that are often variegated with bright colors such as pink, orange, red, and white, frequently with purple undersides. The leaves exhibit nyctinasty, folding up at night and unfolding in the morning in search of sunlight. These slow-growing plants produce flowers that can be yellow, purple, or white, blooming in summer, though the bracts are often more visually striking than the flowers themselves.
Thrives in the same partial sun conditions as Calathea
Calathea is usually grown from division rather than seed. Lift an established clump and split it into sections, each with roots and a growing point, then replant.
Water: High · Height: 90 cm · Soil: Well-draining potting soil with high organic matter content; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
