The decorative foliage is characteristic of the Marantaceae. It is mainly the leaves that determine the attraction value of the plant. The cultivars have very different leaf colors and veins. The colors range from silver, white-pink to various shades of green.
The main genus of the Marantaceae family is the Calathea. There must be many dozen varieties, but many species have not yet been discovered in the often impenetrable jungle.
The Marantaceae is a plant family that occurs in the subtropics, especially the jungles of Brazil. The plants grow in the wild as shrubs, which can easily reach a height of several meters. It is related to the banana plant. The Marantaceae family is also known to the native population for its nutritional value: the roots are edible. The large leaves of the plants lend themselves again to the roofing of huts. It is obvious that the Marantaceae also has a medical significance. The plant family owes its name to an Italian physician, Maranti, who wrote a standard work on the medical properties of flowers and plants as early as the sixteenth century.
The Calathea has a special property: the leaves close when the amount of light decreases. The plant therefore has a day and night rhythm, which has resulted in the nickname of ‘living plant’. The closing of the leaves can also be heard, with a rustling sound.
Care guide
Calathea prefers temperatures from 15 to 23 degrees.
Calathea is a shade-loving plant and does not like sunlight.
Water your calathea with a little water twice a week.
Additional information
Toxicity
The leaves of the Calathea are not edible.
Acts as a natural air purifier that filters out toxins and pollutants, creating a healthier and cleaner environment for you to breathe and focus
One of the standout features of the Calathea Medallion is this fascinating leaf movement, which creates a captivating display that adds an element of wonder to your home.
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