Prayer plants - Calatheas

A wonderful family of plants! There are so many different kinds to collect - from White Fusions to Rattlesnakes, Pinstripes to Medallions- these plants have so many different colors that we just adore!

Common names: Peacock plant, Rattlesnake, Pinstripe and more!

Botanical name: Ornata, Orbifolia, Makoyana, Zebrina, Crocata, Roseopicta, and more!

Care tips for a happy plant:

Light: indirect light setting, minimal hours of direct sun

Soil: regular potting soil- we use Happy Frog

Water: definitely let these guys dry out in between waterings - even though their leaves prefer a humid environment, the roots are very prone to root rot if left sitting in damp or moist soil

Humidity: HIGH HIGH HIGH - make a great bathroom plant!

Temperature: average household temps

Toxicity: all are non toxic!