Calathea crocata

This plant may thrive at ordinary room temperatures as long as there are no unexpected temperature fluctuations. Never store your eternal flame in a room with a temperature below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Calatheas need a high amount of humidity to avoid developing pests. Every few days, mist your plants to maintain high humidity levels.

This plant needs special care because it loves high humidity levels of 60-80% or more. The best way to achieve this is by placing a humidifier near the plant. Daily misting is also essential! Make sure the room has good ventilation.

Eternal flames do not need much fuel to remain blazing. In general, a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half and administered weekly throughout spring and summer is optimal. Just be careful to cease applying liquid fertilizer during the plant's dormant autumn and winter months.

The Calathea Crocata requires less trimming until the leaves get diseased, change color, or die spontaneously. The leaf must be removed from the stem and discarded. Once the flower has ceased to bloom, remove the flower stalks from the plant.

Not only are the leaves and flowers of Calathea crocata very attractive to humans, but also to animals. Kids and animals alike may enjoy playing with the Eternal Flame Plant's velvety leaves and blossoms. Do not be alarmed if they do, as the Calathea Crocata plant is perfectly harmless, non-toxic, and poses no danger to dogs or children.