Calathea plant

Calathea plant is probably the queen of foliage, as it features green, oval shaped leaves with stunning foliage patterns. This plant is native to South America. Calathea plant care is straightforward, which makes it a great option as an indoor plant. This plant not only helps to decorate your interior, but it also helps absorb toxic air elements and refines the indoor air quality. The best thing about this plant is, it is pet friendly.

Plant essential

• Fertilizer: Feed your calathea with a liquid fertilizer consisting of high nitrogen, once a month in summer, spring and fall. Calathea does not need fertilizer in winter. 
• Repotting: You can repot your calathea yearly into a larger pot with a well draining rich soil. 
• Propagation: Calathea can be propagated through stem cutting and by dividing the roots. 

Common problem

• Calathea leaves may turn brown due to underwatering or excessive fertilizing. To prevent this, stick on a standard watering and feeding schedule. 
• Your calathea plant leaves may curl because of thirst. Water your plant efficiently to prevent this. 
• Calathes may turn yellow leaves due to consuming too much water. 

Style and decor

You may find a calathea plant online easily. You can decorate your dull and monotonous interior with evergreen colored leaves which have an artistic foliage pattern that will add a touch of mother nature. Place this plant near the window or in the shaded balconies, which will give the plant enough bright indirect light. You can light up any corner of your home and office with this gorgeous plant.