Calathea fasciata
Description
Source: leafsnapThe plant is a massive attraction with its thick and luscious leaves, which have dark and light veins on the leaves’ top and beautiful purple undersides.
Care Guide
💧 Water Every 3-5 days
Water this plant regularly to keep it slightly moist. The plant requires a moderate amount of water. It likes to be kept slightly moist but not wet or soggy.
☀️ Light
🌡️ Temperature
This plant grows best in warm temperatures and higher humidity levels. If the air around your plant is dry, it is best to use a humidifier near your plant.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil
🌱 Fertilizer
A light, monthly feeding is ideal for this plant. Make use of a slow-release, balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer months.
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
This plant is not thought to require any specific pruning. Remove dead, dying, damaged, or yellowing foliage as necessary.
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Although this plant is not considered toxic, it is best to keep it out of the reach of curious pets and children.
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Perennial herbaceous plant
- Genus
- Calathea
- Family
- Marantaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-12
- Bloom Time
- Spring to summer
- Native Area
- Mexico and Central and South America