Calathea Orbifolia


With massive, dinner-plate-sized leaves and metallic silver-and-green stripes, the Calathea Orbifolia is the ultimate living statement piece! This South American stunner brings undeniable jungle drama and architectural elegance to any room. Like a true prayer plant, Orbifolia folds its giant leaves upward as night falls, revealing a subtle, rhythmic daily dance. She’s famous for being a bit of a moisture-loving diva who won't stand for dry air or harsh tap water, but give this lush beauty proper humidity and filtered hydration, and she’ll reward you with showstopping foliage that commands attention!

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

About Calathea Orbifolia

Origin

Native to the humid, shaded rainforest floors of Bolivia and South America.

Air Purifying

A highly active natural air purifier! Thanks to its massive, round leaves, this amigo is fantastic at trapping airborne dust and filtering indoor toxins while boosting oxygen levels in your home.

Toxicity

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

Caring for a Calathea Orbifolia

Watering

Calatheas crave more moisture than your average houseplant! Give this amigo a thorough drink once the top 30–40% of the soil has dried out to keep those broad leaves looking lush.

Light and Placement

Bright, indirect light or dappled shade is the sweet spot for this rainforest beauty. Keep it safe from direct sunlight, which can easily scorch those delicate, silver-striped leaves.

Nutrition

Treat this showstopper to a diluted, balanced fertilizer (like a 10-10-10 ratio) every 4 weeks during the spring and summer growing season to encourage giant, healthy leaves.

Repotting

Only repot this amigo when it's severely root-bound! Orbifolia roots are notoriously sensitive, so handle them with care during spring repotting to prevent leaf stress or browning.

Pruning and Flowering

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

Calathea Orbifolia 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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