Calathea makoyana

Marantaceae

Peacock Plant, Cathedral Windows

Forms a clump of colourful leaves that arise from ground level, to 60cm.

Uses

Indoor plant, greenhouse plant, Outdoor plant in tropical and sub tropical gardens.

Culture

Prefers warm, humid climate, protection from wind and cold, light to heavy shade, temperatures rarely below 20 degrees C. Well drained, but moist organic soil. Responds well to mulch and compost; needs watering during dry periods

Propagation

Division

Cultivars

No information available at this time...

Plant Health

Few serious pests. Mealy bug.

More info

Some species of Calathea produce edible tubers.

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