| 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 | Yes |
Peat-based mix with perlite for drainage, rich in organic matter
Keep soil evenly moist. Use rain or distilled water (sensitive to salts). Increase humidity via misting or pebble trays.
Bright indirect light only. Direct sun scorches leaves and fades stripes.
Liquid fertilizer diluted by half, applied monthly during spring and summer growth cycle
Remove brown tips with sterilized scissors, cut damaged leaves at base
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