🌿 Calathea orbifolia – Large Round-Leaf Tropical Indoor Plant
🪴 Product Description:
Calathea orbifolia is a show-stopping tropical plant known for its broad, rounded leaves with silvery-green stripes that shimmer under the light. Native to Bolivia, this plant adds a soft, elegant texture to indoor spaces with its lush foliage and graceful growth habit.
Part of the Marantaceae family (prayer plants), Calathea orbifolia is celebrated for its ability to move its leaves in response to light, folding slightly at night. It’s perfect for homes and offices, especially in shaded or filtered light environments.
🌱 Calathea Orbifolia Care Guide
Light: Bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch.
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Use filtered or distilled water if possible.
Humidity: Requires high humidity (60–80%). Use a humidifier or pebble tray to maintain moisture.
Soil: Well-draining mix rich in organic matter (peat + perlite or coco coir).
Temperature: Best kept in 18–26°C. Avoid cold drafts or extreme fluctuations.
Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced, diluted houseplant fertilizer.
Pruning: Remove yellow or brown leaves to encourage new growth.
Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets and humans.
✨ Why Choose Calathea Orbifolia?
Oversized round leaves with striking silver striping
Air-purifying and safe for pets
Adds a tropical, luxury aesthetic to interiors
Ideal for low-light corners or humid bathrooms
Interactive foliage movement at night (nyctinasty)