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Botanical names: Calathea orbifolia, Goeppertia orbifolia

Common name: Peacock Plant

Family: Marantaceae

Origin: Tropical America, West Indies

Hardiness: 50°F

It has a small, shrub-like habit, growing no more than 2-5 feet tall and wide, with a bushy form.

Calathea orbifolia is best grown in semi-shade to full shade, and in well-draining soil that is kept evenly moist. The plant requires regular watering and should not be allowed to dry out. If grown indoors it should be kept away from direct sunlight, and a humidity tray or humidifier is highly recommended. It is an ornamental foliage plant and does not need to be fed extra fertilizer.

In USDA zones below 11, grow as a houseplant or seasonal container specimen. The soil should be kept moist and the plant should not be allowed to dry out. It is important to ensure that the pot has adequate drainage, as the plant will not tolerate waterlogging.

Calathea orbifolia is a beautiful plant and makes a great addition to any home or garden. With the proper care and attention, it can bring a touch of the tropics to any indoor or outdoor space.

Botanical names: Calathea picturata, Goeppertia picturata

Common name: Calathea

Family: Marantaceae

Origin: Central America, El Salvador to Panama

Hardiness: 50°F

Calathea picturata (Calathea) is a beautiful species of tropical plant native to Central America, from El Salvador to Panama, and makes an attractive addition to any garden. When grown outdoors, Calathea prefers semi-shady condition and moist soil and should be watered regularly. If potted indoors, the leaves should be sprayed with water several times a week to keep the humidity and temperature at a consistent high.

Calathea can be grown either as a low-growing groundcover, typically only reaching two feet in height, or in a more upright formation as a small shrub, 2-5 feet tall. The gorgeous and ornamental foliage of Calathea is the star of the show, with the variety Calathea metallica having leaves with undersides of silvery green and red, and Calathea majestica with its top patterned in white or pink stripes. A special variety, Calathea jancifolia, or the Rattlesnake plant, will also produce tall stalks of flowers in yellow bracts. In USDA zones below 11, grow as a houseplant or seasonal container specimen.

Botanical names: Calathea roseopicta,Goeppertia roseopicta

Common name: Calathea

Family: Marantaceae

Hardiness: 50°F

Indoors, Calathea is tolerant of lower light conditions making it a fine houseplant. Your soil for Calathea should be highly organic and well drained. Use plenty of coarse material in the soil mix to help water flow through. Never allow roots to be soaked with standing water but they do enjoy continuous availability of water in their soil. Keep your Calathea roseopicta on a pebble tray to increase the humidity level near your plant, but do not allow your plant to sit in water. Calathea's prefer a warm location, away from cold drafts. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. If the water in your area is extremely hard, or of poor quality, water your plants with bottled water. Hard water will cause leaf spotting. If you're fortunate enough to have soft water, let the water sit out over night before watering your plants. If you have an aquarium, your can recycle the tank water, for watering your plants. In USDA zones below 11, grow as a houseplant or seasonal container specimen.

Botanical names: Calathea rufibarba, Goeppertia rufibarba

Common names: Velvet Calathea, Fuzzy Pheasant Feather, Furry Feather

Family: Marantaceae

Origin: Brazil

Hardiness: 35°F

This small shrub grows to 2-5 feet tall and bears ornamental foliage and yellow to orange flowers. Calathea rufibarba (Velvet Calathea) is native to Brazil and thrives best in USDA Zones 11. While most Calatheas are recommended for outdoor growing only in USDA Zone 11, Calathea rufibarba has been successfully grown at TopTropicals in Fort Myers, Florida (Zone 10b), under protected conditions. It can tolerate some shade and semi-shade, requiring regular to moderate water in order to remain healthy.

For growing this plant in a pot in cold regions it is important to ensure the pot used is a good insulator. Clay pots are not recommended as these can increase the risk of the plant freezing in extreme temperatures. It is best to use plastic or fiberglass pots, but please note that these do not offer the same breathability as ceramic or clay pots which can help the soil to dry evenly. Additionally, potting soil should be mixed with perlite or coarse sand to further enhance breathability, and to ensure the soil does not become waterlogged.

When bringing the plant in during colder temperatures, it is recommended to check and treat the plant for pests. This can be done by wiping down all foliage using a diluted mixture of dish soap and water, or using a specialized pesticide. Lastly be sure to monitor the temperature and humidity of the indoor air to make sure the plant is not exposed to environments which are too dry or too cold.

See Article - How to grow Calathea indoors.

Botanical names: Calathea warscewiczii,Goeppertia warscewiczii

Common name: Calathea

Family: Marantaceae

Origin: Costa Rica, Nicaragua

Hardiness: 40°F

Calathea warscewiczii is a semi-shaded, small, perennial plant that grows 2 to 5 ft tall and is native to Costa Rica and Nicaragua. It produces off-white to white flowers, each flower turns yellowish, then blushes to pink making this plant very ornamental. It is grown in USDA zones 10-11 and will thrive in a warm, humid environment and average indoor temperatures.

This plant prefers moderate water, so when watering make sure to give it a good soak and allow the soil to dry in between waterings. It loves humid environments, so misting it twice a week can do wonders for increasing the humidity.

In colder climates, Calathea warscewiczii can be grown in a pot. To ensure that it survives the cold seasons, make sure to keep it in an area with indirect sunlight. Cold temperatures and direct sunlight can be detrimental to the foliage. Regularly monitor the plant and make sure to remove any dead or damaged leaves to help keep it healthy during winter.