HOW TO CARE FOR A CALATHEA ORBIFOLIA

CARING FOR YOUR CALATHEA ORBIFOLIA

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The Calathea Orbifolia, reclassified a Goeppertia Orbifolia, comes from Bolivia with similar features as a prayer plant.

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The orbifolia is one of the largest calatheas, growing a few feet tall, with large oval leaves.

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The calathea orbifolia is a little high maintenance outside of humid summer temperatures; so prepare to invest in a humidifer.

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The orbifolia only needs medium light levels, making it highly adaptable.

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She likes moist soil; so water whenever the top few inches of soil dries out.

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Make sure to plant the calathea orbifolia in well-draining soil to avoid root rot.

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She needs to be in temps no lower than 55 degrees, and love love loves humidity.

Beware of plant pests, yellowing or browning leaves, crunchy tips, and limp leaves.

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