Calathea Plants

The Calathea Ornata is a perennial plant that is part of the family known as the prayer plants or the Maranta family. The plant is known for its large leaves that have a distinctive pattern and effervescent colors. There are a number of varieties including the most popular, Roseolineata and Sanderiana. Description Calathea Ornata is a plant that is native to South … [Read more...] about Pin-Stripe Calathea

The Calathea Makoyana or Peacock Plant as it is more commonly known is a wonderful plant that can be known to grow up to 2ft in height when cared for correctly. Also named Cathedral Windows. Originally from Brazil this plant is a popular choice around the world for a house plant mainly because it makes a lovely addition to any home due to its beautiful foliage and bold … [Read more...] about Peacock Plant

The Zebra plant (scientific name - Calathea zebrina) is a perennial foliage plant that displays fairly large ovate leaves at the tips of it's long stalks, growing up to 1 metre tall. This species is fairly undemanding and suitable for growing indoors if enough light and humidity is provided, and the correct temperature conditions given. Description The Zebra plant … [Read more...] about Zebra Plant

A selection of plants from the Calathea genus that can be grown indoors successfully. Descriptions and caring advice for each species is provided. Rose Painted Calathea - Calathea Roseopicta The Rose painted calathea is a very popular species from this genus displaying a pink mid rib with pink stripes along the leaves. The green elliptic leaves are large and the plant grows … [Read more...] about Popular Calathea Plants