Calathea Makoyana, Goeppertia Makoyana
Botanical Name: Calathea makoyana
Previous Botanical Names: Goeppertia makoyana
Common Names: Prayer Plant, Peacock Plant, Cathedral Windows
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About
Calathea Makoyana is a stunner. The top of each leaf has distinctive patters in a variety of greens, simultaneously mimicking both a peacock's feathers and the intricacies of a stained glass window. This looker is a unique addition to any room or plant collection, and will reward an attentive plant parent with quite the botanical show. Calatheas are pet safe!
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers medium sunlight. Tolerates low sunlight or artificial lighting. Growth will slow in low light conditions. Bright sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers to remain consistently moist. Tolerates heavy handed watering. Will not tolerate excessive drying.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers to have soil that maintains high levels of moisture without getting soggy. Slow drainage is still good drainage. Always ensure that your pots have drainage holes.
Moisture Retention
Fast Drying
Retentive
Drainage Speed
Slow
Fast
