Calathea loeseneri

Calathea loeseneri

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Tropical understory plant with striking striped leaves that fold at night. Requires high humidity and indirect light for optimal growth indoors.
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Plant Details

Common Name Calathea loeseneri
Family Marantaceae
Genus Calathea
Species Loeseneri
Origin Brazil
Blooming Rarely blooms indoors; small purple/white flowers in summer if mature.
Leaf Color Dark green with light green stripes, pink undersides
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based mix with perlite for drainage, rich in organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist. Use rain or distilled water (sensitive to salts). Increase humidity via misting or pebble trays.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only. Direct sun scorches leaves and fades stripes.

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Fertilization

Liquid fertilizer diluted by half, applied monthly during spring and summer growth cycle

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Pruning

Remove brown tips with sterilized scissors, cut damaged leaves at base

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 81°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
50% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 4000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
50 – 120
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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