Calathea plants are part of the ‘prayer plant’ family, “Marantaceae”. While generally easy-maintenance, there are some common problems to watch out for. These, and more, are covered in our detailed guides.
Out of the 60 Calathea species stands out two kinds: the Calathea warscewiczii and the Calathea zebrina. But in a battle of ‘Calathea warscewiczii vs zebrina’, which wins as the …
Wondering what makes the calathea beauty star different from the rest of the ornata cultivars? This calathea beauty star vs ornata guide is for you! Calatheas are a big family …
Wondering how to deal with calathea brown edges? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Almost every calathea owner has a love-hate relationship with their plant. Their foliage is stunning, but you …
It’s always devastating when the once glossy leaves turn droopy and bland. People see the Calathea leaves drooping and think it’s impossible to revive. Yet, treating droopy leaves in Calatheas …
Owning plants while having house pets around can be a difficult situation, I understand. Especially if you don’t know whether these houseplants are toxic or not. For example, “is a …
Calatheas are hardy houseplants that are native to the Amazon rainforest. Similar to their tropical habitat, they should be kept in bright, indirect sunlight with relatively high humidity. If your …
Calathea zebrina plants are easier to take care of than most other Calathea varieties. To help you look after your Zebra plant, this article covers all its needs as well …
Despite their good looks, people shy away from Calatheas because they can be high-maintenance. Caring for a Calathea Vittata, in particular, comes with a bit of a learning curve. They’re …
The Maranta Leuconeura, also known as the Lemon Lime Prayer plant, is a fantastic houseplant that looks wonderful in a floor planter or a hanging basket. If you wish to …
Calathea picturata ‘Argentea’ is an evergreen, delicate perennial that’s perfect indoors. This plant flaunts oval leaves that are silvery-green, with a dark green band around the edges and red undersides …