Calathea altissima (Calathea)

Calathea altissima (Calathea) fruit with blue seeds and brown husks in a close up.
Calathea altissima (Calathea) fruit cluster with deep blue seeds inside split orange brown husks.

Botanical names: Calathea altissima, Goeppertia altissima

Common name: Calathea

Family: Marantaceae

Origin: South America

USDA Zone: 11

Cold tolerance: 50°F

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

In USDA zones below 11, grow as a houseplant or seasonal container specimen.

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Calathea altissima (Calathea) plant with large oval green leaves in a close up view
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