Plants in genus calathea
Calathea 'Burle Marx'
Calathea 'Burle Marx' is a houseplant admired for its unique foliage that curls up at night and unfurls in the morning. This behavior, known as nyctinasty, adds a dynamic element to indoor plant collections. The plant thrives in bright, indirect light and is pet-friendly, making it a popular choice for homes with animals.
Calathea warscewiczii
Calathea warscewiczii, also known as the Prayer plant or Jungle Velvet, is a tropical plant with decorative leaves featuring a light-and-dark green fishtail pattern and purplish tones underneath. It thrives in high humidity and indirect light, occasionally producing small cream-colored flower cones. This plant is prized for its lush, velvety foliage.
Calathea 'Kennedy'
Calathea 'Kennedy' is a rare and beautiful prayer plant with lush foliage featuring alternating light and dark green blotches. It is well-suited for indoor environments, thriving in low light conditions and adding a tropical touch to any space.
Calathea 'Jungle Velvet'
Calathea 'Jungle Velvet' is known for its unique foliage with white lines and colorful patterns. The leaves curl up at night and unfurl in the morning, adding a dynamic element to indoor spaces. This plant is pet-friendly and thrives in bright, indirect light.
Calathea 'Dottie'
Calathea 'Dottie' is a striking houseplant known for its unique foliage marked with dark green, light green, and cream stripes. The pattern resembles a Bengal tiger, making it a visually captivating addition to indoor spaces. This tropical plant requires indirect light and high humidity to thrive, making it suitable for well-lit bathrooms or kitchens.
Calathea 'Grey Star'
Calathea 'Grey Star' is a tropical plant native to the Americas, known for its decorative leaves and colorful inflorescence in some species. Commonly referred to as prayer plants, calatheas are popular for their striking foliage patterns and ability to thrive in low light conditions. Calathea 'Grey Star' is pet-friendly, making it a safe choice for households with animals. This plant's medium size and adaptability to indoor environments make it a popular choice for adding a touch of the tropics to home decor. Its unique leaf patterns and low maintenance needs make it a favorite among plant enthusiasts looking to create a lush, green oasis indoors.
Calathea 'Bengal Tiger'
Calathea 'Bengal Tiger' is a tropical plant known for its unique and striking foliage, featuring bold stripes of dark green, light green, and cream. It requires indirect light and high humidity, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts seeking a dramatic addition to their collection.
Calathea liesneri
Calathea liesneri is a tropical houseplant admired for its large, paddle-shaped leaves with striking white, green, and pink variegation. It requires high humidity and indirect light to thrive, making it a popular choice for indoor environments. The plant is also known for its air-purifying qualities.
Calathea 'Pink Aurora'
Calathea 'Pink Aurora' is a tropical plant with large, oval-shaped leaves featuring deep green shades and pink to red veining. The leaves fold up at night, revealing contrasting burgundy or purple undersides. It prefers indirect light and moderate humidity, requiring minimal maintenance. This plant's striking foliage makes it a popular choice for indoor gardening.
Calathea metallica
Calathea metallica is a tropical houseplant known for its metallic green leaves with dark green stripes. It requires high humidity and indirect light, making it a popular choice for indoor environments. This plant is valued for its attractive foliage and air-purifying qualities.
Calathea 'Cathedral Windows'
Calathea 'Cathedral Windows' is a tropical plant with leaves that resemble stained glass, folding up to reveal purple undersides at night. It grows up to 18 inches tall and prefers high humidity.
Calathea lutea
Calathea lutea is a popular houseplant known for its large, oval-shaped leaves with a dark green and purple pattern on the upper side and a reddish-purple underside. It requires high humidity and indirect light to thrive. This plant is appreciated for its attractive foliage and air-purifying qualities, making it a favorite for indoor spaces.
Calathea fredii
Calathea fredii is a tropical plant with elongated leaves that display a mix of green hues and delicate patterns. Its velvety foliage thrives in moderate lighting and requires well-draining soil, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Calathea 'Micans Purple'
Calathea 'Micans Purple' is a tropical houseplant with soft, velvety leaves that are dark green on top and deep purple underneath. It requires high humidity and indirect light, making it a popular choice for indoor environments due to its attractive foliage and air-purifying qualities.
Calathea 'Shining Star'
Calathea 'Shining Star' is a houseplant with glossy ovate leaves displaying bold green patterns and pinkish-purple undersides. It is non-toxic to animals and thrives in bright, indirect light. This plant is a safe and attractive choice for pet-friendly homes.
Calathea 'Rattlesnake'
Calathea 'Rattlesnake' is a tropical plant with limelight green leaves and darker brush strokes. The leaves stand straight up at dusk, revealing a burgundy underside, making it a striking addition to indoor plant collections.