Common names: Calathea; Calathea watermelon; Caetê-redondo
Origin: South America
Family: Marantaceae
Calathea Orbifolia’s large, round leaves with green tones and light stripes make it one of the favourite plants for interior decoration. Hailing from South America, Calathea Orbifolia is an air purifying plant characterised by its exotic look. Small in size, reaching up to 1 metre in height, it’s a challenge to maintain Calathea Orbifolia’s exciting tropical appearance and beauty. In its natural habitat, Calathea Orbifolia lives under other, larger species. The plant therefore prefers filtered light, as it is not prepared to receive direct sunlight. Watering Calathea Orbifolia should be moderate and the perfect environment for this plant is humid. Soil and humidity are fundamental to maintaining the beauty and refinement of Calathea Orbifolia’s leaves.
Lighting: Indirect light
Watering: In winter, watering should be moderate and once a week is recommended. In summer, it is recommended to water once a day. The trick is easy: when the plant is dry, it’s time to water the Calathea
(do the finger test)
Fertilization: It is advisable to fertilize during spring and summer
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