Calathea Lancifolia 'Rattlesnake' - 6" Pot - NURSERY POT ONLY

One of the most captivating plants in the botanical world — the Calathea Lancifolia 'Rattlesnake' is a living work of art that moves, breathes, and absolutely commands attention. Its long, narrow, wavy-edged leaves are painted in an extraordinary pattern of dark green spots and markings on a lighter green background — resembling the scales of a rattlesnake in the most beautiful way possible. Flip a leaf over and discover rich purple undersides that glow in the light. And like all Calatheas, the Rattlesnake is a true prayer plant — folding its leaves upward at night and reopening them each morning in a gentle daily ritual that never loses its magic.,.

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🌿 Why Calathea 'Rattlesnake' is Extraordinary

• Stunning Patterned Foliage — Dark green spots and markings on wavy lance-shaped leaves — nature’s own camouflage art.
• Purple Undersides — Rich, deep purple leaf undersides that reveal themselves as leaves curl and move throughout the day.
• Living Prayer Plant — Leaves fold upward at night and open again each morning — a mesmerizing daily movement.
• Pet-Friendly — Non-toxic to cats and dogs. 🐾
• Air-Purifying — Naturally filters indoor air pollutants.

🌱 Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Calathea lancifolia
• Common Names: Rattlesnake Plant, Lanceleaf Calathea
• Origin: Brazil
• Mature Size: 18–30" tall indoors
• Foliage: Long, wavy, lance-shaped; dark green patterned markings on light green, purple undersides

☀️ Care at a Glance

• Light: Low to medium indirect light. Avoid direct sun which fades the stunning leaf patterns.
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Use filtered or distilled water — Calatheas are sensitive to chlorine and fluoride.
• Humidity: Loves high humidity — 60%+ ideal. Perfect for bathrooms or near a humidifier.
• Temperature: 65–85°F. Very sensitive to cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.
• Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a diluted balanced fertilizer.

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