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Calathea Rufibarba

Calathea Rufibarba

Category: Indoor Plants

Tag: New Arrival, Achievements, Anniversaries, House Office Warming

    • NPR 500
    • (Excluding Tax)

Calathea Rufibarba also known as “Velvet Calathea” can be characterized as having distinctive lush deep green leaves on top and a dark purple underneath. This plant gets its common name, Velvet Calathea, from the fuzzy texture of its leaves. These beauties are well-suited for spots in the bedroom or bathroom! Not only does this plant look special, it is also great at purifying the surrounding air.

Plant care

Light

Partial shade to indirect sunlight.

Water

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out half way down between waterings.

Soil

Use well-draining and fertile soil (can be prepared by mixing cocopeats,vermicompost, vermiculite and perlite in an equal ratio).

Fertilizer

Fertilize monthly with a well-balanced standard fertilizer.

Humidity

Normal room humidity (15C-23C).