🪴 Calathea
Family: Marantaceae
Native to: South America
Light: Medium indirect
Water: 2x per week
Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐ Moderate
Toxicity: Non-toxic
Care Summary
Calathea is a popular houseplant known for requiring consistent care and attention. Safe for homes with pets and children.
Light Requirements
Best light: Medium indirect. Adjust based on leaf response - pale or leggy growth means too little light, scorched leaves mean too much.
Watering
Frequency: 2x per week. Always check soil moisture before watering. Overwatering is the #1 killer of houseplants.
Toxicity
Non-toxic. Safe around pets and children.