Calathea Orbifolia
Calathea orbifolia
Marantaceae · Houseplant
Huge round leaves striped in silver and green make this pet-safe prayer plant relative a living piece of art.
- · Use filtered water; tap minerals brown the edges.
- · Keep humidity high and light indirect.
- · Wipe leaves gently to keep the pattern crisp.
At a glance
- Growing zones: 1-13
- Sun: Partial shade to bright indirect light
- Water: Moderate
- Maintenance: Moderate
- Type: Houseplant
- Mature size: 1-3 ft tall · 1-3 ft wide
- Bloom season: Foliage only · None
- Pollinator friendly: Not particularly
- Container suitable: Yes
- Cold tolerance: Indoors year-round
- Heat tolerance: Good
- Soil: Rich, moisture-retentive mix
- Growth rate: Moderate
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