An lovely foliage plant with attractive markings in shades of green. Red and green undersides to the leaves. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers June to July. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 60°F / 15°C.
Calathea lindeniana
An lovely foliage plant with attractive markings in shades of green. Red and green undersides to the leaves
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Calathea |
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Species | lindeniana |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 90cm |
Family | Marantaceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 60°F / 15°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Water with rain water, Water with tepid water, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Red spider mite |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
Propagation | Division |
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