Common Names: Rattlesnake Plant, Prayer Plant, Rattlesnake Calathea
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Colorful Foliage
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About
Colorfully nicknamed the Rattlesnake Plant, this Calathea is visually stunning, and relatively easy to care for. It has a truly unique leaf shape and texture, and can tolerate a wide variety of environments and levels of care. Calatheas are pet safe!
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers medium sunlight. Tolerates low sunlight or artificial lighting. Growth will slow in low light conditions. Bright sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers to remain consistently moist. Tolerates heavy handed watering. Will not tolerate excessive drying.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers to have soil that maintains high levels of moisture without getting soggy. Slow drainage is still good drainage. Always ensure that your pots have drainage holes.