Goeppertia zebrina (Calathea) - Video 2

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Botanical names: Goeppertia zebrina, Calathea zebrina

Common name: Calathea

Family: Marantaceae

Origin: Central America, El Salvador to Panama

Hardiness: 50°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeKeep soil moistOrnamental foliageBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowers
Calathea Zebrina
This charismatic plant is like a piece of living art for your home! The Calathea Zebrina isn't just a houseplant; it's a conversation starter and a slice of jungle magic right in your living room.


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Calathea zebrina, Zebra Plant

This variety has velvety patterned ovate leaves which are light green in color with darker green stripes, like Zebra stripes. The underside of the leaves are purple and not always visible because leaves grow horizontally (although some will curve or grow more upright).
Learn more about this plant:
Calathea Zebrina: Nature's Zebra Striped Star
How to grow Calathea indoors.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant
2 Plants in stock
$29.95