Calathea majestica
White Star · Striped pyjamas
Description
Source: leafsnapCalathea majestica is a captivating tropical plant that belongs to the Marantaceae family. Native to the rainforests of Brazil, this plant is renowned for its broad, dark green leaves with striking purple undersides. The oval-shaped leaves feature prominent veins, giving them a unique texture. Calathea majestica thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity. With proper care, it can grow up to 3-4 feet tall indoors. It requires regular watering, but be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot. Popular for its ornamental value, Calathea majestica boasts attractive foliage and unique coloration. Additionally, it has air-purifying properties, making it an excellent choice for any indoor space. While Calathea majestica requires moderate care, it rewards its owners with stunning foliage that adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any home or office.
Care Guide
💧 Water Every 7 days
☀️ Light Full shade
The Majestic prayer plant comes from habitats such as forest understories or rocky areas that provide natural shade. It prefers Full Shade but can tolerate Partial Sun.
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C
The Majestic prayer plant comes from tropical areas, where the climate is usually warm and humid. As a result, it is adapted to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature shifts and prefers a steady temperature, so avoiding temperature fluctuations indoors is important. It generally cannot withstand cold conditions and needs warmer temperatures to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer
🪴 Pot & Repot 3-4 years
When repotting a Majestic prayer plant, pick a pot a little larger than the existing one that provides good drainage. Do the repotting in spring or fall and use a well-draining potting mix. Plant it at the same depth as it was before. Water well after repotting and put it in a warm spot with bright, indirect light. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Fern
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Calathea
- Family
- Marantaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-12
- Mature Height
- 0.61 m to 1.22 m
- Mature Spread
- 61 cm to 91 cm
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Purple
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Size
- 2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
- Bloom Time
- Summer, Early fall
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Fall
- Native Area
- Colombia, Venezuela, Peru, Guyana, Brazil, Ecuador