Calathea Makoyana

With intricate leaf patterns that look straight-up hand-painted, the Calathea Makoyana doesn't just join your plant collection—it steals the whole show! Often called the Peacock Plant, this Brazilian beauty features translucent, pale green leaves marked with deep green feathered ovals, backed by a stunning rich purple underside. Like a true prayer plant, it puts on a daily performance by folding its foliage straight up when the sun goes down. Sure, she’s a bit of a high-maintenance diva who insists on VIP humidity and pure water, but give her what she wants and she’ll strut her feathers every single day!

  • Safe for pets and children
  • Repot once every 2 years
  • Fertilize once a month
  • Bright, indirect light
  • Requires frequent watering

About Calathea Makoyana

Origin

Native to the humid, shaded rainforest floors of Brazil.

Air Purifying

A wonderful natural air purifier! Its broad, patterned leaves actively filter indoor airborne toxins, boost fresh oxygen production, and help maintain healthy ambient humidity.

Toxicity

100% pet-friendly! This amigo is completely non-toxic to humans, cats, dogs, and horses.

Caring for a Calathea Makoyana

Watering

Give this amigo a thorough drink once the top 30–50% of the soil has dried out. Calatheas love consistent, light moisture—just ensure the pot drains well so those sensitive roots never sit in soggy soil.

Light and Placement

Bright, indirect light is the sweet spot for keeping those intricate "peacock feather" patterns vibrant! An east- or west-facing window is ideal—just shield it from harsh direct afternoon sun to avoid foliage scorch.

Nutrition

Treat this colorful amigo to a diluted, balanced fertilizer (like a 10-10-10 ratio) every 3–4 weeks during the spring and summer growing season to encourage strong, vibrant foliage.

Repotting

These prayer plants prefer a snug setup and only need a new home every 1–2 years in early spring. Upgrade its pot when the roots start circling the bottom or if the soil gets compacted and struggles to retain moisture.

Pruning and Flowering

Minimal maintenance required! Simply trim off any fading bottom leaves or spent flower stalks near the base to keep your plant looking sharp and fresh.

Calathea Makoyana SOS

Illness

Keep an eye out for crispy leaf edges! This diva is sensitive to low humidity (keep it above 50%!) and tap water minerals—switching to distilled or filtered water works magic. Also, keep a lookout for spider mites and mealybugs, which love hiding under those broad leaves!

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