About Our Calathea Lancifolia
Calathea Lancifolia Bio
Native to the Amazonian jungles of South America, the Calathea Lancifolia features an eccentric reptilian pattern on its leaves, with a purple underside and lush green brushstrokes on top. It belongs to the Marantaceae family, often referred to as 'Prayer Plants.' Like humans (unlike most plants), these plants have a wake-and-sleep cycle according to their circadian rhythm. This means the leaves move upwards during the night and downwards during the day in search of sunlight.
Light Instructions
The Calathea Lancifolia thrives in bright, indirect light, where sunlight is diffused. It can also adapt to spaces with bright, direct light, where sunlight streams directly through the window. Avoid placing it in low-light spaces or areas without natural sunlight to maintain its vibrant colours.
How does self-watering work?
- 1Open the lid and fill with water
- 2Your plant drinks only when needed
- 3The result: healthy, long-lived plants that are easy to care for
easyplant benefits
- Carefree and convenient
- No more worrying about when to water
- Healthier plants that live longer
- We use proven irrigation technology to optimise water consumption
| Advantages |  | Other |
|---|---|---|
| Water interval | 1 Month | 1 Week |
| Overwatering | Rare | Common |
| Underwatering | Never | Common |
| Over compacted dry soil | Never | Common |
| Easily know when to water |  |  |
| Stable root growth | | |
Once you’ve found a permanent spot for your Calathea Lancifolia, avoid moving the pot too much to help it acclimatise. To support even growth, dust the leaves occasionally and rotate the pot by a quarter turn once a month. You can also prune old leaves to encourage new growth.
Calathea Lancifolia is non-toxic and safe for humans and animals alike. If the plant is ingested in large quantities, it may lead to an upset stomach or very mild irritation, but it will not cause any serious complications. It is important to keep the plant out of reach of children and pets, just in case.
Calathea Lancifolias should be placed in a location away from direct sunlight, preferably one that gets indirect light. You'll want to avoid very cold temperatures and hot drafts, as the plant can easily become distressed in such conditions. East-facing windows are ideal for this plant; if you keep it indoors, rotate the pot monthly to allow even growing.
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