{"product_id":"calathea-5-pot","title":"Calathea - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoeppertia makoyana (formerly Calathea makoyana), the Peacock Plant, is a showy prayer-plant grown for its large, oval leaves intricately patterned in green, cream and purple-red undersides. The leaves rise and fold together at night and relax by day, a charming natural rhythm. It prefers warmth, high humidity and bright indirect light, making it ideal for bright bathrooms and shaded balconies in India. Non-toxic to pets, it is a safe, decorative choice for animal-loving homes. Though a little fussy about humidity and water quality, its spectacular foliage rewards attentive care with a vivid, jungle-like display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarantaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOval, patterned green-cream; purple undersides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsignificant (rare indoors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely flowers indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical, warm humid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light; no direct sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep evenly moist; do not let it dry fully\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, well-draining mix rich in cocopeat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-29 C; protect below 15 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh humidity essential (60%+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiluted balanced feed monthly in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove crisp or damaged leaves at base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years in spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDivision at repotting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpider mites in dry air; fungus gnats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic to pets and humans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDecorative humidity-loving foliage plant for bright bathrooms, terrariums and shaded indoor spaces. A safe, pet-friendly statement plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse filtered or rainwater and keep humidity high, as Calathea is sensitive to hard water and dry air that brown the leaf edges. In India a bright bathroom or shaded, humid balcony suits it best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Calathea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist; water when the top centimetre dries. Do not let it dry out fully or sit waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf edges turning brown and crisp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsually low humidity or hard, fluoride-rich tap water. Raise humidity and switch to filtered or rainwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Calathea safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Calathea is non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a great pet-friendly decorative plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light. Direct sun fades and scorches the patterns, while deep shade dulls the colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the leaves fold up at night?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is natural prayer-plant movement. Leaves rise at night and relax by day, following a daily rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Calathea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDivide the clump at repotting in spring, keeping roots attached to each section, then pot up separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat humidity does Calathea need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHigh humidity, ideally 60% or more. Use a humidifier, pebble tray or a bright bathroom to keep it happy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every 1-2 years in spring using a light, moisture-retentive but well-draining mix rich in cocopeat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep Calathea outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly in warm, shaded, humid spots. It cannot tolerate direct sun, cold or dry, windy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I fertilize it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season; avoid overfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256073486582,"sku":"PLT-CALATHEA-P05-NA","price":599.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/dtCSB4fheLs8Woghq8jv4MMxQfHoxgrHZMRLP6Rf.jpg?v=1783920550","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/calathea-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}