{"product_id":"calathea-freddie-5-pot-grn","title":"Calathea Freddie Green - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoeppertia concinna 'Freddie', sold as Calathea Freddie, is a graceful prayer plant with slender, elongated light-green leaves marked by fine, alternating dark-green zebra stripes. Its airy, feathery clumps bring soft texture and movement, folding upward at night like other Goeppertia. Native to Brazil, it is considered one of the easier calatheas, tolerating typical indoor conditions a little better than the fussier variegated types. It still appreciates warmth, humidity and soft water for the lushest growth. In Indian homes it makes a fresh, elegant foliage plant for shaded shelves and tabletops. Pet-safe and non-toxic, it is a lovely, lower-fuss choice for calathea lovers.\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\u003e0.4-0.7 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3-0.5 m\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\u003eSlim light-green leaves with dark stripes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsignificant; grown for foliage\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; soft\/filtered water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, airy, moisture-retentive mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-29 C; avoid below 15 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers 50-70%; appreciates higher\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 growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove yellowed or crispy leaves\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 of clumps 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, thrips, 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, pet and child friendly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn elegant, pet-safe foliage plant for shaded shelves, tabletops and grouped indoor displays. Its feathery striped leaves add soft texture to interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India keep it in bright shade and maintain moderate to high humidity for the lushest, fullest clumps. Water with soft or filtered water when the surface starts to dry, and avoid cold drafts and direct sun to prevent leaf curling and browning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Calathea Freddie?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the mix lightly and evenly moist, watering when the surface begins to dry. Use soft or filtered water to prevent leaf-edge browning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light in shaded spots is ideal. Direct sun fades and scorches the delicate striped leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is non-toxic and safe around cats, dogs and children, like other calatheas, making it a pet-friendly choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every one to two years in spring when rootbound, using a light, airy, moisture-retentive mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePropagate by gently dividing the clump into rooted sections at repotting time, then pot each section separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves curling or browning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurling and crispy edges usually mean low humidity, dry soil or hard water. Raise humidity and use filtered water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt rarely flowers indoors and the blooms are insignificant; it is grown for its attractive striped foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it indoors in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is a good indoor foliage plant, doing best in humid, shaded rooms and tolerating typical homes better than fussier calatheas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the leaves move during the day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is natural prayer-plant movement; leaves fold up at night and open by day in response to light, which is normal and healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I fertilise it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed a diluted balanced liquid fertiliser once a month during the growing season, avoiding strong doses that can burn the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256073781494,"sku":"PLT-CALATHEAFRED-P05-GRN","price":599.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/eiBmj9oyzR5lQ9fot4zxYAr08WQiSAVuvAaNAJkS.jpg?v=1783920555","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/calathea-freddie-5-pot-grn","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}