Calathea Jungle Velvet
Large
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• Nursery Pot Ø: 19cm
• Fits our large pots
• Recommended decorative pot Ø: 20-23cm
• Approx plant height: 70cm
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This unique and stunning plant is air-purifying, pet-friendly, and produces large leaves with a unique velvety texture that makes them soft and irresistible to the touch!
Plant attributes
Pet-Friendly
Characteristics Non-toxic to pets & children
Air-Purifying
Characteristics Detoxifying power
How to care
Light requirements
Calatheas thrive in medium, indirect sunlight but tolerate lower light levels too. Bright direct sunlight can cause the stunning colours on their leaves to fade, with prolonged exposure likely to burn and scorch their leaves.
Watering schedule
Calatheas enjoy weekly waterings, allowing the top 2’ of soil to dry out partially. In winter, we recommend watering less frequently to prevent overwatering and root rot. This plant is not very drought tolerant, and extended periods of dryness will cause leaf edges to brown.
Humidity
Your Calathea will also appreciate being placed in a humid environment, which you can create by misting it frequently, placing it close to other plants or on a pebble tray partly filled with water. Calatheas thrive in steamy bathrooms and kitchens.
Sad plant signs
Yellowing leaves and burnt tips: suggest your plant has been scorched by direct sunlight or watered with tap water containing high levels of fluoride. Limp, drooping leaves which are brown and curling: suggest your plant is thirsty & dry.
Plant bio
Plant bio
Native to Costa Rica and Nicaragua, the Jungle Velvet Calathea is a species of perennial plant in the Calathea family, known as prayer plants. The unique and vibrant Jungle Velvet sports long and elegant leaves which are velvety to touch and features a funky two-tone green pattern with deep purple undersides. If you’re looking to place an elegant houseplant in a spot that doesn’t receive bright sunlight, the Calathea is an excellent choice. Calatheas will also appreciate a humid environment and thrive in steamy bathrooms and kitchens. A symbol of new beginnings, the English saying "to turn over a new leaf" originates from Calatheas since they close their leaves at night and re-open in the morning for a fresh start!
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Plant Guarantee:
- Plants guaranteed healthy for 30 days after arrival, minor cosmetic blemishes to be expected.
Damaged items:
- Email info@leafenvy.co.uk with order number and photos for assistance.
Returns:
- Non-living items can be returned within 30 days if unused and in re-sellable condition, email info@leafenvy.co.uk for assistance.
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