Description

Known affectionately as the Round-Leaf Prayer Plant, the Calathea orbifolia is one of the popular prayer plant (also known as the never-never plant) family. It is native to Bolivia, and like so many of its plant family, the Calathea orbifolia is packed with character, sporting large, round, lushious green leaves with broad whist stripes. These leaves become increasingly impressive in size as the plant matures. This plant is guaranteed to make a statement in any room!

The Calathea orbifolia loves…

• Bright indirect light, but will manage in a slightly shadier spot - direct sunlight will cause the leaves to fade

• Its soil to be moist but not wet - water when the top few cm of soil are feeling dry

• A bit of humidity to stop its leaves drying - giving it a regular mist or placing it in a humid room like a bathroom or kitchen works well

• Being fed once a month during spring and summer

Non-toxic to pets or humans if ingested

Tip

• If you can, use captured rainwater to water your plants. Some houseplants can be sensitive to the chlorine found in tap water.