Calathea
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Fact sheet
every fact quoted from its source“is an herbaceous perennial plant from the Marantaceae class” — 27 Types of Calathea Plants (With Pictures + Caring Guide)
“Like the shady floors of the tropical canopies, this genus prefers low to medium light” — Calathea - Wikipedia
“Calatheas should be kept moist but not wet” — Calathea - Wikipedia
“Calathea prefers well-drained, acidic potting soil with a pH under 6.5.” — How to Care for Calathea Plant
“It is winter hardy in USDA hardiness zones 11 through 12” — 27 Types of Calathea Plants (With Pictures + Caring Guide)
“The mature size of a Calathea plant depends on the variety, but most stay under 3 feet tall.” — How to Care for Calathea Plant
“Calathea achieve propagation through division” — Calathea - Wikipedia
“They will grow in low-light rooms, which is a bonus. Plus, they are non-toxic to pets.” — How to Grow and Propagate Calathea Plants
“Very likely to get spider mites and have crispy edges.” — 40+ Calathea Varieties: Care by Humidity Level
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2 cultivars
Where this comes from
- Name and place in the family tree: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (CC BY 4.0)
- Fact sheet: 6 source pages, read and quoted by the OmniGrow Librarian