Description
There are many species in the Calathea plant family, but one of the most popular is the calathea zebra plant (Calathea zebrina).
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Calathea zebrina - Plant |
| 2 | 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
Calathea zebra plants are natives of Brazil and their bright green leaves can be boldly striped in white, yellow or pink in a striking feather-like pattern that is sure to catch the eye.
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 12 inch (30 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 7 inch (18 cm) |
| Common Name | Zebra plant |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 3-6 feet |
| Difficulty Level | Moderately easy |
Planting and care
Wet feet is probably the major cause of failure when growing zebra indoor plants.A lack of water, however, will cause leaves to curl.Humidity is the next problem to be conquered when growing zebras indoo Plants should be misted several times a week. If the environment is particularly dry, which often occurs during the winter months, rest the pot on a shallow tray filled with gravel and fill the tray with water without its touching the pot.One of the first signs of low humidity is brown edges along the leaves.
Calathea zebrina care
| Sunlight | Diffused light |
| Watering | Keep soil moist throughout the growing season. |
| Soil | Holds moisture but is also well draining. A good potting mix consists of one part soil, two parts peat moss and two parts perlite. |
| Temperature | Temperatures above 55 degrees F (13 degrees C) to survive and temperatures around 70 degrees F (21 degrees C) to thrive. |
| Fertilizer | Fertilize occasionally with a half strength solution of liquid fertilizer. |
Calathea zebrina uses
Ornamental Use:
- They are showpiece to any indoor garden