Origin
South America
Light
Dappled shade
Watering
Twice a week
Care
Expert
Flowering
Foliage
Indoor
Calathea
With its painted leaves in green, white, and burgundy, the Calathea is one of the most beautiful foliage houseplants — a living canvas.
Care Profile
A guide to ensuring your botanical companion thrives.
Origin
South America
Light
Dappled shade
Watering
Weekly
Maintenance
Moderate
The painted plant of South America
Native to the tropical forests of South America, the Calathea fascinates with its geometric leaf patterns and often burgundy or purple undersides, unique to each variety.
Known for being sensitive, it rewards attentive care with spectacular foliage that opens and closes with changes in light — earning it the nickname 'prayer plant'.
"The Calathea turns every leaf into a work of art unfolded toward the sun."
01
Styling Tip 01
Dappled Shade
Give it soft, indirect, dappled light mimicking forest shade; direct sun scorches its patterns.
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Styling Tip 02
Lime-Free Water
Use filtered or rested water, as limescale and fluoride stain and scorch its leaf edges.
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Styling Tip 03
High Humidity
It loves very humid air; mist daily or place the pot on a tray of water and pebbles.
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Origin
Southeast Asia
Light
Low to bright
Watering
Weekly
Care
Easy
Flowering
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