Round-Leaved Calathea

Calatheas exhibit a phenomenon known as nyctinasty. They move their leaves from day to night as a part of their circadian rhythm.

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out half way between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. This plant can benefit from extra humidity. Calatheas can be sensitive to hard tap water. Try using filtered water or leaving water out overnight before using.

Thrives in medium to bright indirect light, but can tolerate low indirect light. Not suited for direct sun.

This is a pet friendly plant.

Calathea leaves can droop, with the leaf margins turning brown and crispy with a dying appearance due to under watering and low humidity. Calathea is a tropical plant that requires high humidity and moist soil. If the soil dries out or the air is too dry then the calathea leaves wilt and die back.