Calathea Orbifolia - 50cm - ø14

Calathea Orbifolia Calathea orbifolia is a beautiful houseplant known for its large, round leaves and striking leaf markings. It belongs to the family Marantaceae and is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly Bolivia. It has large leaves with a round shape and a soft, velvety texture. The leaves have a bright green color and are decorated with contrasting silver-gray stripes that extend from the center of the leaf. This unique leaf pattern gives the plant a striking and decorative appearance. The plant has an upright growth habit and can reach a height of approximately 60 to 90 centimeters, depending on growing conditions. It is a relatively compact plant, making it suitable for various spaces, such as living rooms, offices and bedrooms. Calathea orbifolia is known for its need for indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can burn the leaves, so it is best to place the plant where it receives indirect sunlight. It thrives in light to part shade conditions. In terms of care, Calathea orbifolia needs regular watering to keep the soil slightly moist. It is important to ensure that the plant is not placed in conditions that are too waterlogged, as this can cause root rot. The use of filtered water or rainwater is recommended, because the plant can be sensitive to built-up minerals in tap water. Calathea orbifolia thrives best at room temperatures between 18°C ​​and 24°C and likes high humidity. Regularly spraying the leaves or placing the plant on a saucer with water and pebbles can help increase the humidity around the plant.