{"product_id":"calathea-orbifolia-4","title":"Calathea Orbifolia (4\")","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1yztt6x\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"21\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCalathea Orbifolia\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"61\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eName (Common)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"43\"\u003eCalathea Orbifolia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"148\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"77\"\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"80\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eGoeppertia orbifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"105\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e(Formerly known as\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"146\"\u003eCalathea orbifolia\u003c\/em\u003e)*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eCare Difficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"172\"\u003eModerate. A stunning tropical houseplant prized for its large, striped foliage. It thrives with consistent moisture, warmth, and high humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"479\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"339\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"342\"\u003eBright, indirect light to medium light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves and fade their beautiful silver-green stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"711\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"503\"\u003eWater Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"506\"\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist but never soggy. Water when the top inch of soil begins to dry. Calatheas prefer filtered, distilled, or rainwater, as they are sensitive to the minerals found in hard tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"843\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"728\"\u003ePrefers high humidity (60 to 80%). A humidifier or pebble tray is recommended, especially during the winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"899\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"859\"\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"862\"\u003ePet safe. Non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"991\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"917\"\u003eGrowth Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eModerate. Produces large, elegant leaves throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eExpected Mature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o5e091\" data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eHeight: 2 to 3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iml9ek\" data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eWidth: 2 to 3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1apkysz\" data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eLeaf Size: Up to 12 to 18 inches across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003ePot Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eRepot every 2 to 3 years or when roots become crowded. Use a rich, well-draining potting mix that retains moisture in a container with drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eWhere it Grows Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eIndoors in temperatures between \u003cstrong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003e65 and 80°F (18 to 27°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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It is one of the largest and most elegant foliage plants available for indoor growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eWhy do the leaves move at night?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003eLike other Prayer Plants, Calathea Orbifolia raises its leaves in the evening and lowers them again during the day. This natural movement is called \u003cem data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003enyctinasty\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2725\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003eWhy are my leaf edges turning brown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003eBrown edges are usually caused by low humidity, inconsistent watering, or minerals in tap water. Using filtered or distilled water and maintaining higher humidity will help keep the foliage looking its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2763\"\u003eHow often should I fertilize it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003eFeed once a month during spring and summer with a balanced water-soluble houseplant fertilizer at half strength. Reduce or stop fertilizing during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"3090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2961\"\u003eCan I propagate Calathea Orbifolia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2961\" data-end=\"2964\"\u003eYes. The easiest method is division during repotting. Separate healthy clumps with roots attached and plant them individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3122\"\u003eWhy are my leaves curling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3122\" data-end=\"3125\"\u003eCurling leaves usually indicate the plant is too dry, either from underwatering, low humidity, or cold temperatures. Check the soil moisture and move the plant to a warmer, more humid location if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"u0ofjh\" data-start=\"3330\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003eShipping Guarantee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3353\" data-end=\"3570\"\u003eEvery Calathea Orbifolia is carefully inspected, watered, and securely packaged before shipping. 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