What plant is the velvet Calathea? Get to know this ornamental Calathea
Introduction: Other names for the velvet Calathea. The velvet Calathea is also called zebra plant and velvet-leaved Calathea. The velvet Calathea prefers a warm, humid and semi-shaded environment, is not cold-tolerant, and fears dryness and strong direct sunlight. The optimum growing temperature for the velvet Calathea is 18-25°C. In winter the temperature should not be lower than 13°C, and in summer it should not exceed 35°C,
Other names for the velvet Calathea
The velvet Calathea is also called zebra plant and velvet-leaved Calathea.
Habits of the velvet Calathea
It prefers a warm, humid and semi-shaded environment, is not cold-tolerant, and fears dryness and strong direct sunlight.
The optimum growing temperature for the velvet Calathea is 18-25°C.In winter the temperature should not be lower than 13°C, and in summer it should not exceed 35°C, otherwise it is extremely unfavorable for the growth of the velvet Calathea, causing the stems and leaves to stop growing or to freeze and die.
The velvet Calathea has relatively high water requirements. During the growing season, it must be watered thoroughly to keep the potting soil moist. However, if the soil is too wet, it will cause root rot and even death, so special attention should be paid.
If the air humidity is low, the leaves immediately curl, reacting very sensitively. When grown indoors, the air humidity must be kept at 70%-80%.In winter, keep it slightly dry; if too wet, the leaves easily turn yellow and wither.
Fertile, loose and well-drained leaf mold soil is most suitable. For potting, use a mixed soil of culture soil, peat soil and coarse sand.
The flower meaning of the velvet Calathea
Good luck and auspiciousness.
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